Jeff Van Gundy joins Celtics as a senior consultant

Brad Stevens, Jeff Van Gundy, Boston Celtics.Jeff Van Gundy has joined the Boston Celtics’ coaching staff as a senior consultant, according to the team’s website. He’ll work with the organization throughout the 2023-24 season and will spend time in both Boston and Maine.

The Celtics’ decision to bring in Van Gundy comes after a summer of revamping Joe Mazzulla’s team of assistant coaches. Sam Cassell, Charles Lee, Phil Pressey, and Amile Jefferson are a few notable new faces on Boston’s bench.

At Saturday’s practice, Mazzulla discussed what the longtime head coach will be able to bring in his new role with the Cs.

“Any time you get to add like high character, high level, professional people, I…