Hayden Gray, a standout collegiate player who led the NCAA in steals, has participated in the NBA summer League with the Boston Celtics.
Via Noa Dalzell of Celtics on CLNS (on July 20): “Hayden Gray just checked in and immediately got a steal – good time to remind that he led the entire NCAA in steals last year! Talked to him yesterday and he said he’s been studying Alex Caruso‘s game”
Hayden Gray just checked in and immediately got a steal – good time to remind that he led the entire NCAA in steals last year! Talked to him yesterday and he said he’s been studying Alex Caruso’s game
– Noa Dalzell 🏀 (@NoaDalzell) July 20, 2025
Gray’s collegiate performance included leading the nation in steals for a important portion of the 2024-25 season. During a March 15th report from Seth Davis, Gray was noted for his defensive prowess, stating, “Hayden Gray has led the nation in steals for most of the season and just made his fifth three pointer for UC San Diego. Tritons trying to go dancing! Lead by 6 with 6 mins to play.”
Hayden Gray has led the nation in steals for most of the season and just made his fifth three pointer for UC San Diego. Tritons trying to go dancing! Lead by 6 with 6 mins to play.
– Seth Davis (@SethDavisHoops) March 16, 2025
The Boston Celtics concluded the 2024-25 NBA regular season as the second seed in the Eastern conference, achieving a 61-21 record. Their playoff journey ended in the second round, where they were defeated in six games by the New York Knicks, led by Jalen Brunson.
