Hornets Sign Celtics' Drew Peterson to Two-Way Deal

Forward Drew Peterson has signed a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets after spending the past two seasons on a two-way deal with the Boston Celtics. Peterson appeared in 25 NBA games last season, averaging around 2.2 points and 1.6 rebounds in limited minutes, while showcasing strong performances in the G League with averages near 18 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game. He is known for his three-point shooting, hitting over 40 percent from beyond the arc in his NBA appearances. The move reunites Peterson with Hornets head coach Charles Lee, a former Celtics assistant familiar with the player. Peterson’s departure from Boston was expected due to the Celtics signing multiple two-way players, leaving no open slots. With the Hornets, Peterson will likely see more NBA playing time while splitting his season between the NBA and G League.