As a kid, Ron Harper Jr. spent years being around the league’s best. Harper signed a four-year, $14 million extension with the Celtics in the offseason, securing long-term assurance for the first time. Averaging 11 minutes in 29 games with Boston last season, Harper scored 4.2 points per game and had 0.8 assists. So, for it to happen in a city like this, playing for a team like the Boston Celtics, I’m honored, and I’m ready to put the work in.” Playing key minutes, Harper had a few breakout games, like scoring 22 against the Spurs in March and 27 against the Magic on his birthday.