“Flying High Again: Celtics Welcome Slam Dunk Champion and New Shooting Guard Named After NBA Legend”
The Boston Celtics have added explosive firepower to their roster with the signing of a dynamic new shooting guard who carries both the legacy of a Slam Dunk Contest champion—and the name of an NBA icon.
Meet Jordan Wilkins, the high-flying guard named after none other than Michael Jordan. While sharing a name with the GOAT might seem like a heavy burden, Wilkins has made his own name through highlight-reel dunks, relentless energy, and a growing all-around offensive game.
A product of the streets of Chicago, Wilkins was destined for basketball greatness from the moment he first touched a ball. His father, a lifelong Bulls fan, named him Jordan not just as a tribute to His Airness, but as a challenge. “He always told me, if you’re going to wear that name, you better earn it,” Wilkins recalls.
He did just that—first at the college level, where he lit up highlight reels with his vertical leap and fearless drives, and then at the 2023 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, where he stunned the crowd with a reverse windmill over two teammates, clinching the title.
Though known for his athleticism, Wilkins has developed into a reliable shooter and perimeter defender. His three-point percentage has climbed each season, and scouts have praised his improved court vision and decision-making.
Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens expressed excitement about the acquisition: “Jordan brings a unique combination of showmanship and grit. We believe he fits perfectly with our culture and complements our core.”
Wilkins joins a championship-contending Celtics squad hungry for banner #19. With Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown leading the charge, Wilkins could be the spark off the bench—or potentially a starting asset—bringing energy, spacing, and highlight moments to TD Garden.
“I grew up watching legends in green and white. To be part of that history, to wear the Celtics jersey—it’s humbling,” said Wilkins during his introductory press conference. “I’m here to compete, to win, and to fly.”
Celtics fans, buckle up—there’s a new Jordan in town, and he’s ready to soar.
