Ime Udoka Named Head Coach of the Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics Appoint Interim Head Coach
The Boston Celtics have appointed seven-year NBA veteran Ime Udoka as their new head coach, making him the 18th head coach in franchise history. The announcement was made on June 28, 2021, following the departure of Brad Stevens to take over as President of Basketball Operations.
Joe Mazzulla Named Permanent Head Coach
On February 16, 2023, the Celtics officially named Joe Mazzulla their permanent head coach. Mazzulla had served as the team's interim head coach since Udoka's suspension in September 2022.
Ime Udoka to Coach Team Giannis at 2023 NBA All-Star Game
On January 30, 2023, Udoka was named the head coach for Team Giannis for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.
Celtics' Head Coaching History
There have been 18 head coaches for the Boston Celtics franchise. The Celtics won their first NBA championship in the 1957 NBA Finals under the coaching of Red Auerbach.
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