Former Kentucky Big Man Amari Williams Officially Introduced as a Boston Celtic

Blue to Green 🍀: Former Kentucky Big Man Amari Williams Officially Introduced as a Boston Celtic

A new chapter begins for a former Wildcat this time in legendary green and white.

Amari Williams, the 6-foot-10 big man who played his final college season at Kentucky, has officially been introduced as a Boston Celtic, proudly receiving his No. 77 jersey in a ceremony that marks his arrival to one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises.

📸: Boston Celtics

After transferring to Kentucky from Drexel, Williams made an immediate impact in the SEC, bringing his signature blend of rim protection, rebounding, and intensity to Rupp Arena. While his offensive numbers weren’t always eye-popping, his defensive presence was undeniable blocking shots, anchoring the paint, and doing the gritty work that championship teams are built on.

In his lone season as a Wildcat, Williams became a fan favorite for his toughness and motor, helping guide Kentucky through key moments in conference play. His ability to switch on defense, contest shots at the rim, and own the glass made him one of the most reliable interior defenders in the SEC.

Now, the British-born big man is taking his talents to Boston, joining a Celtics squad that is fresh off a championship run and looking to maintain its elite status in the NBA. With established stars already in place, Williams enters as a developmental piece with upside and plenty of grit to match Boston’s hard-nosed identity.

Donning the #77 jersey, Williams looked every bit the part of a Celtic during his official unveiling. For Kentucky fans, it’s a proud moment: another former Wildcat taking the next step on basketball’s biggest stage.

Whether it’s diving for loose balls, setting monster screens, or swatting shots into the third row, Amari Williams is ready to earn his stripes and maybe a few banners inside TD Garden.

From Rupp to the parquet floor, the journey continues. And Boston just added a Wildcat with bite. 🐾🍀

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