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Despite swirling chatter online, there is no credible evidence supporting claims that the Boston Celtics are signing oneโarmed college standout HanselโฏEmmanuel to a 2โyear deal straight from Austin Peay State. Here’s the full story behind the rumor and what we actually know.
๐ง Whatโs being claimedโand whatโs real?
โ The rumor
Social media posts, especially on Facebook and TikTok, proclaim a โBREAKINGโ move: Boston signs Hansel to a 2โyear contract.
However, all traced posts actually reference the Houston Rockets, not Boston .
No legitimate NBA insider or sports outletโESPN, The Athletic, NBA.com, or reputablesโhas reported any agreement with Boston.
โ The facts
Even the Houston Rockets rumors remain unverified, based purely on secondary posts.
For example, factโcheck groups and Facebook disclaimers have flagged these claims as false, noting he has not signed any NBA contract .
Official team sourcesโno announcements from the Celtics or Rocketsโcement that this is wild speculation.
๐ Who is HanselโฏEmmanuelโand why the hype?
College standout at Austin Peay Governors (ASUN Conference), formerly at Northwestern State .
Born Oct 24, 2003, in Santo Domingo; lost his left arm aged six, yet still excels on court .
Known for viral highlights: high-flying dunks, slick crossovers, and deep threesโearning major NIL deals with Banreservas and Gatorade .
In his sophomore year at Austin Peay, heโs averaged around 1.9 ppg, 60% shooting, 2.3 rpg, and 0.7 apg.
๐งฉ Why rumors like this spread
Viral potential โ His inspirational journey draws viewers, making him clickbait gold.
Social media momentum โ Quick-share culture means every โBREAKINGโ hashtag is circulated unchecked.
Name conflation โ Confusion between teams (Houston vs Boston) fuels wild storytelling.
๐ So, what now?
The truth:
No twoโyear deal from Boston.
No NBA contractโ2-way or otherwiseโwith any team confirmed.
He is still a college player, eligible and eligible for the 2025 NBA Draft .
๐๏ธ What to follow in the coming weeks
2025 NBA Draft (June): Emmanuel is draft-eligible. Even if unselected, post-draft free agent or Summer League outlooks could reveal real NBA interest.
Rookie deals & 2-way slots: If any team (Boston or otherwise) signs him, itโll be through rookie scale deals, undrafted free contract, or 2-way/G-League slot, not via direct 2โyear guaranteed NBA contracts.
Verified sources only: Trust ESPN, The Athletic, NBA.com, and official team platforms. Any unspun rumors from Facebook or TikTok should be taken with extreme caution.
๐ Bottom line
The story that โBoston Celtics are signing Hansel Emmanuel to a 2โyear contractโ is baselessโa case of fake news amplified online. Hansel Emmanuel remains an inspirational college athlete whose journey merits attentionโbut no NBA contract, Boston or Houston, has been confirmed.
If you’re keen to see where he lands:
Watch the 2025 NBA Draft in midโJune.
Follow Summer League/pre-season signings.
Keep an eye on credible sports news from verified insiders.
Until then, enjoy his college highlightsโnot speculative headlines.