Fan favorite Tacko Fall will return to the Celtics on a two-way contract

The 7-foot-5-inch center spent most of last season with the G League’s Maine Red Claws.

Jim Davis — Tacko Fall appeared in seven games with the Celtics last season.

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The Boston Globe

November 23, 2020

Center Tacko Fall will return to the Celtics on a two-way contract, a league source confirmed.

The 7-foot-5-inch Fall spent most of last season with the G League’s Maine Red Claws but became a fan favorite during his rare TD Garden appearances with the Celtics.

Fall averaged 12.9 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.9 blocks for Maine. He appeared in seven games with the Celtics, totaling 23 points and 14 rebounds in 33 minutes.

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