BRIGHTON, MA -- The newest Celtic Brodric Thomas spoke to the media for the first time on Monday during the team's practice media availability.

The Celtics waived Forward Jabari Parker Sunday clearing the way to sign free agent guard Brodric Thomas to a two-way contract Monday morning. Thomas had stops with the Houston Rockets and Cleveland Cavilers last season. Coach Udoka reacted to the signing.

"A guy that we feel has some upside and potential coming from a smaller school. We like his grind, we like his story.... someone we'll just keep an eye on for the future."

Thomas described the up and down journey of his early NBA Career.

"Especially in this league, it takes a lot of mental strength. When adversity comes up, you can't just shut down. Thomas said. "You can't self-doubt because there are going to be opportunities and you have to stay ready for that."

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