Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka is facing a “significant” suspension for violating team rules, according to multiple reports.
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports Udoka is facing disciplinary action for “his role in a consensual, intimate relationship with a woman who is a member of the franchise’s staff,” according to sources. Those sources tell the ESPN reporter that the relationship is a violation of team guidelines, and that internal discussions have suggested suspensions that could last as long as the entire 2022-2023 Celtics season. ESPN’s sources suggest Udoka’s job is not in jeopardy.
News of Udoka’s possible suspension was confirmed by The Boston Globe’s Adam Himmelsbach among others Wednesday night.