Sam Hauser – (Extends with Celtics: 4yrs/$45M)

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Sam is the only non-center in NBA history who has a career effective FG% of 62%+, minimum 200 games.

Sam is so efficient he didn’t get a new nickname they changed the word to Samfficiency.

Meister Sam
Samwell Truly
Samwise Gamethree

Cry-Uncle Sam

[ConstableGeneva]

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He's shooting 40% from 3 and 61.6% TS% on a "down year." No idea why anyone in his right mind would trade someone with shooting and size when this team need players on bargain contracts, which he is on. Has added the dribble pullup from midrange and is solid on D against most non-speedy/twitchy perimeter guys.

Celtics are outscoring opponents by 15.8 pts per 100 possessions (97th percentile) when Sam and JT share the floor and have an offensive rating of 129.3 (99th percentile).

[ConstableGeneva]

Here's the extensive list of players in NBA history who have taken 9+ 3-pt attempts per 36 mins and made 40%+ of them (minimum 1,000 career attempts):
• Steph Curry
• Sam Hauser

- End of list -

[phincsfan]

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He's shooting 40% from 3 and 61.6% TS% on a "down year." No idea why anyone in his right mind would trade someone with shooting and size when this team need players on bargain contracts, which he is on. Has added the dribble pullup from midrange and is solid on D against most non-speedy/twitchy perimeter guys.

Celtics are outscoring opponents by 15.8 pts per 100 possessions (97th percentile) when Sam and JT share the floor and have an offensive rating of 129.3 (99th percentile).

I said when he went down with the spasms that IMO he was a very big key for this team. PP is a fan favorite but I believe the starters trust Sam a hell of alot more than PP.

Yup, he showed a glimpse in the summer putting the ball on the floor and pulling up. His defense showed promise in the finals last season. You can't coach 6'8", but you can coach a 6'8" athlete how to play better defense and improve their offensive game.

[Triple7]

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He's shooting 40% from 3 and 61.6% TS% on a "down year." No idea why anyone in his right mind would trade someone with shooting and size when this team need players on bargain contracts, which he is on. Has added the dribble pullup from midrange and is solid on D against most non-speedy/twitchy perimeter guys.

Celtics are outscoring opponents by 15.8 pts per 100 possessions (97th percentile) when Sam and JT share the floor and have an offensive rating of 129.3 (99th percentile).

I said when he went down with the spasms that IMO he was a very big key for this team. PP is a fan favorite but I believe the starters trust Sam a hell of alot more than PP.

Yup, he showed a glimpse in the summer putting the ball on the floor and pulling up. His defense showed promise in the finals last season. You can't coach 6'8", but you can coach a 6'8" athlete how to play better defense and improve their offensive game.

Nah. PP is a lot more reliable than Sam, and everyone knows it. PP is an even more consistent shooter, and can basically shoot from anywhere. Sam is more of a catch and shoot, or a one dribble then shoot guy. Plus PP can attack the rim, and even shoot inside. If only Sam can be consistent. I remember those 5-8 straight games of shooting slump from hauser. I hope he continues to shoot lights out for our benefit though.

[phincsfan]

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He's shooting 40% from 3 and 61.6% TS% on a "down year." No idea why anyone in his right mind would trade someone with shooting and size when this team need players on bargain contracts, which he is on. Has added the dribble pullup from midrange and is solid on D against most non-speedy/twitchy perimeter guys.

Celtics are outscoring opponents by 15.8 pts per 100 possessions (97th percentile) when Sam and JT share the floor and have an offensive rating of 129.3 (99th percentile).

I said when he went down with the spasms that IMO he was a very big key for this team. PP is a fan favorite but I believe the starters trust Sam a hell of alot more than PP.

Yup, he showed a glimpse in the summer putting the ball on the floor and pulling up. His defense showed promise in the finals last season. You can't coach 6'8", but you can coach a 6'8" athlete how to play better defense and improve their offensive game.

Nah. PP is a lot more reliable than Sam, and everyone knows it. PP is an even more consistent shooter, and can basically shoot from anywhere. Sam is more of a catch and shoot, or a one dribble then shoot guy. Plus PP can attack the rim, and even shoot inside. If only Sam can be consistent. I remember those 5-8 straight games of shooting slump from hauser. I hope he continues to shoot lights out for our benefit though.

Lets revisit this during the playoffs.

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Obviouly it's always possible he breaks out, but in all likelihood is his contract situation has any sort of material relevance to our offseason then it's not looking good for us.

Spoiler: things have looked good for us!!

[threrf23]

Nah. PP is a lot more reliable than Sam, and everyone knows it. PP is an even more consistent shooter, and can basically shoot from anywhere. Sam is more of a catch and shoot, or a one dribble then shoot guy. Plus PP can attack the rim, and even shoot inside. If only Sam can be consistent. I remember those 5-8 straight games of shooting slump from hauser. I hope he continues to shoot lights out for our benefit though.

Pritch might be more reliable, and we can argue about who is the better player. IMO Hauser is tougher to replace.

It's not about how good he is, it's about how well he fits, and how efficiently he contributes relative to usage. Despite playing the position that is supposed to be our biggest strength, his on/off court numbers were best on team last season (and better than both Jays in the postseason). His on/off numbers have been both positive, and notably better than Jaylen's for three seasons straight now, since entering our rotation.

[celtxman]

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He's shooting 40% from 3 and 61.6% TS% on a "down year." No idea why anyone in his right mind would trade someone with shooting and size when this team need players on bargain contracts, which he is on. Has added the dribble pullup from midrange and is solid on D against most non-speedy/twitchy perimeter guys.

Celtics are outscoring opponents by 15.8 pts per 100 possessions (97th percentile) when Sam and JT share the floor and have an offensive rating of 129.3 (99th percentile).

I have mixed feelings about Sam Hauser the player. In a vacuum, his contract is favorable compared to Strus and Duncan Robinson, notable other shooters. In a time with Repeater tax rates reaching 6.75 x per dollar for teams the number to keep Hauser is far beyond his salary. You can tell me you'd rather get rid of Holiday or KP instead, but it comes down to these kinds of decisions.

[ConstableGeneva]

Here's the extensive list of players in NBA history who have taken 9+ 3-pt attempts per 36 mins and made 40%+ of them (minimum 1,000 career attempts):
• Steph Curry
• Sam Hauser

- End of list -

^^ This is still happening btw.

On top of that...

Only two players have multiple seasons of having taken 9+ 3-pt attempts per 36 mins on 41%+ 3FG% (min. 300 attempts) -- Curry, Hauser. Hauser on pace to do it for a third straight season. Only Curry has more consecutive such seasons at 4 (2015-2019).

[phincsfan]

Here's the extensive list of players in NBA history who have taken 9+ 3-pt attempts per 36 mins and made 40%+ of them (minimum 1,000 career attempts):
• Steph Curry
• Sam Hauser

- End of list -

^^ This is still happening btw.

On top of that...

Only two players have multiple seasons of having taken 9+ 3-pt attempts per 36 mins on 41%+ 3FG% (min. 300 attempts) -- Curry, Hauser. Hauser on pace to do it for a third straight season. Only Curry has more consecutive such seasons at 4 (2015-2019).

If they don't trade him, I'm making a small bet on 6th man for Sam next season. IMO, PP type breakout season for 25/26.

[bisme37]

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Here's the extensive list of players in NBA history who have taken 9+ 3-pt attempts per 36 mins and made 40%+ of them (minimum 1,000 career attempts):
• Steph Curry
• Sam Hauser

- End of list -

^^ This is still happening btw.

On top of that...

Only two players have multiple seasons of having taken 9+ 3-pt attempts per 36 mins on 41%+ 3FG% (min. 300 attempts) -- Curry, Hauser. Hauser on pace to do it for a third straight season. Only Curry has more consecutive such seasons at 4 (2015-2019).

Sam ends this season at 41.6% from deep, which is the worst of his career

But honestly, I thought him being limited by his early-season back issues (most of fall 2024), and then seeming to get over it and get back in a groove in most of 2025, was one of the lower-key bigger stories for this team this regular season. It really overwhelms most opponents to have to play our starting five, and then also Al, and then also have Hauser and Pritchard bombing away at 40% or better. I mean, how many times does the 2nd quarter see a lead balloon because Sam hits 3 of 4 3s? Opponents are ****. You have to guard the Jays and then this guy comes in getting off one of the prettiest jumpers I've ever seen.

GREAT JOB SAM you're worth every penny

[ConstableGeneva]

Hauser no longer the winningest player in NBA history. I blame Joe.

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[phincsfan]

I think Sammy has a breakout postseason. I feel it man.....

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Hauser no longer the winningest player in NBA history. I blame Joe.

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[playa-hater]

I think Sammy has a breakout postseason. I feel it man.....

For the record I want to tag on this and not just agree but also say that I trust Sam the most amongst out Big 3 backups of Sam, PP and Kornet in the playoffs.

PP's defense can be a concern and Kornet for the same reason. Sam has the best 2-way ability and switch-ability.

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He's shooting 40% from 3 and 61.6% TS% on a "down year." No idea why anyone in his right mind would trade someone with shooting and size when this team need players on bargain contracts, which he is on. Has added the dribble pullup from midrange and is solid on D against most non-speedy/twitchy perimeter guys.

Celtics are outscoring opponents by 15.8 pts per 100 possessions (97th percentile) when Sam and JT share the floor and have an offensive rating of 129.3 (99th percentile).

Yup..he continues to be basically the perfect 7th/8th man.

Think every team in the league would want to have Sam Hauser on their roster.