[3] A five-star recruit, Boston committed to play college basketball at the University of Kentucky.
[4][5] Sources: In his college debut on November 25, 2020, Boston posted 15 points and seven rebounds in an 81–45 win over Morehead State.
On March 20, 2021, Boston declared for the 2021 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.
[7] Boston was selected in the second round of the 2021 NBA draft with the 51st pick by the Memphis Grizzlies, then traded to the Los Angeles Clippers via the New Orleans Pelicans.
[13] On October 21, 2024, Boston was claimed off waivers by the New Orleans Pelicans, who later converted his deal into a two-way contract.