Nigel Hayes-Davis, the former Wisconsin Badgers standout, has set the basketball world ablaze with his sensational performance in the EuroLeague Final. Leading his team to the championship and earning MVP honors, Hayes-Davis has caught the eye of the NBA, particularly the Boston Celtics, who are reportedly determined to bring him back to the United States.
The Celtics scouting Nigel Hayes-Davis makes sense. They’ve had interest in him before. He’s coming off a string of strong seasons with Fenerbahce in Turkey and EuroLeague. Hayes-Davis has also become a good shooter too. Could be a cost-effective depth option for Boston next…
— Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) June 10, 2025
According to EuroHoops, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla made a special trip to Turkey to scout Hayes-Davis during the Turkish League Finals. Mazzulla’s presence signals Boston’s serious intent to secure the 30-year-old forward, who has transformed into a dominant force overseas.
Hayes-Davis went undrafted in the 2017 NBA Draft and began his professional journey with the New York Knicks’ G-League affiliate. In 2018, he briefly appeared for the Los Angeles Lakers, Toronto Raptors, and Sacramento Kings but struggled to secure a permanent NBA role. Opting to hone his craft in Europe, Hayes-Davis has since evolved into one of the EuroLeague’s premier stars.
Coach Joe Mazzulla in Istanbul for the Bachesehir – Fenerbache game.
Fenerbahce admitted there’s NBA interest for Nigel Hayes-Davispic.twitter.com/nA2HxdAS0A
— Eurohoops (@Eurohoopsnet) June 9, 2025
Now, at 30, Hayes-Davis is no longer a young prospect, but his development in Turkey has showcased his readiness for another NBA opportunity. His versatility, leadership, and championship pedigree make him an attractive target for the Celtics, who are sparing no effort to bolster their roster with his talents.
As the EuroLeague loses one of its brightest stars, the basketball world eagerly awaits whether Hayes-Davis will seize this chance to shine on the NBA’s biggest stage with Boston leading the charge.