The Boston Celtics have reached an agreement to trade French forward Noah Penda, who was the 32nd overall selection in the NBA draft on Thursday night, to the Orlando Magic. In exchange, the Celtics will receive the 46th and 57th picks in the draft, along with additional second-round selections in 2026 and 2027. This information comes from a source familiar with the trade details, who requested to remain anonymous because the deal has not been officially announced.
Even with this trade, Orlando retains a strong asset base in future drafts, including four first-round and nine second-round picks over the next seven years. This positions them advantageously for building a strong team foundation.
Noah Penda, standing 6-foot-8 and weighing 225 pounds, brings a multifaceted skill set with both inside and outside capabilities, coupled with strong defensive potential. Last season, the 20-year-old showcased his talents in France’s premier league, recording an average of 10.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists over 33 games. His performance in halfcourt settings was rated as “very good” by Synergy.