Celtics reportedly will turn to Sam Hauser to take Gallinari's spot, not looking to sign replacement

Latest on Gallinari’s ACL tear. Sources say he’ll undergo surgery after swelling goes down, and that there’s not great urgency to fill the void. The Cs are comfortable giving Sam Hauser a bigger opportunity, and will see how camp battles unfold. More:https://t.co/gqI2A27Nbf

— Adam Himmelsbach (@AdamHimmelsbach) September 2, 2022

Adam Himmelsbach pours some cold water on the Carmelo Anthony to Boston rumor that was starting to heat up. According to the Boston Globe writer, the Celtics aren't in the market to replace Gallinari any time soon, and instead will give the 2nd year undrafted Sam Hauser a legit shot at rotation minutes.

Of course the Celtics could still sign or trade for another player between now and opening night. There is also the possibility that Stevens is using Himmelsbach to let the rest of the NBA know he's not desperate to overpay for a replacement via a trade.