The Boston Celtics have officially named Joe Mazzulla as their head coach. Mazzulla took over for former Head Coach Ime Udoka after Udoka became embroiled in a scandal regarding an improper workplace liaison. With Udoka suspended for the season, Mazzulla, an assistant coach with the Celtics, took the reins.
Mazzulla has guided the Celtics to a 42-17 record, currently the best in the NBA at the 2023 All-Star Break. Boston made it to the 2022 NBA Finals before succumbing to the Golden State Warriors. They are expected to contend again this year under their new coach.