Fansided · Feb 8
Celtics' change in coaching style has allowed players to flourish
Jan 28, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka gives a thumbs up before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn ImagesIt’s easy to forget the twists of fate needed for Joe Mazzulla to end up the head coach of the Boston Celtics. Ime Udoka had an incredible first season as the team’s coach, leading them to an improbable in-season turnaround and Finals appearance in 2022. It appeared as if Udoka was here to stay, the coach of the present and future.