PORTLAND, OREGON - FEBRUARY 11: Assistant Coach Sam Cassell of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on before their game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on February 11, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)
The Boston Celtics shocked the NBA world Wednesday when it was announced that Danny Ainge would step down from his General Manager and President of Basketball Operations duties, and Brad Stevens would go on to replace him in the latter role.