During a press conference on Friday, the Boston Celtics revealed they first learned of an inappropriate consensual relationship between Ime Udoka and a team employee during the summer. Wyc Grousbeck said the Celtics immediately hired a law firm to conduct what he called a thorough and impartial investigation that "took some twists and turns." "It took some time to develop all … [Read more...] about Celtics Hired Law Firm Upon Learning Of Ime Udoka Situation, Investigation 'Took Some Twists, Turns'
Celtics Suspend Ime Udoka For 2022-23 Season, Joe Mazzulla Named Interim Head Coach
The Boston Celtics suspended Ime Udoka effective immediately for the entire 2022-23 season for violating team policies in an announcement on Thursday night. The team will make a decision on Udoka's future at a later date. It was reported on late Wednesday that Udoka had an intimate and consensual relationship with a female on the team staff. "I want to apologize to our players, … [Read more...] about Celtics Suspend Ime Udoka For 2022-23 Season, Joe Mazzulla Named Interim Head Coach
Ime Udoka Accused Of Making 'Unwanted Comments' Towards Staff Member
Ime Udoka reportedly made "unwanted comments" towards a female member of the Boston Celtics staff, sources told Shams Charania of The Athletic. Udoka was suspended for the entire 2022-23 season for violating team policies. People within the Celtics organization became aware of the relationship between Udoka and the staff member in July and were lead to believe that it was … [Read more...] about Ime Udoka Accused Of Making 'Unwanted Comments' Towards Staff Member
Ime Udoka Could Receive Interest From Rival Teams 'As Soon As This Season'
Ime Udoka has been suspended for the entire 22-23 season by the Boston Celtics, which has put his future with the franchise and in the league into uncertain territory. "Frayed, to say the least," said Adrian Wojnarowski of the current state of the relationship between the Celtics and Udoka. "There is nothing but uncertainty about really whether Ime Udoka will ever coach the … [Read more...] about Ime Udoka Could Receive Interest From Rival Teams 'As Soon As This Season'
Robert Williams Out 8-12 Weeks Following Knee Surgery
Robert Williams underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure to remove loose bodies and address swelling in his left knee. The surgery was performed by Celtics Team Physician Dr. Tony Schena at New England Baptist Hospital. Williams is expected to return to basketball activities in 8-12 weeks. The original reporting indicated Williams was expected to miss 4-6 week. … [Read more...] about Robert Williams Out 8-12 Weeks Following Knee Surgery
Ime Udoka Could Miss Entire 2022-23 Season For Improper Relationship With Staff Member
Ime Udoka violated the Boston Celtics' code of conduct by having an intimate and consensual relationship with a female member of the staff, sources told Shams Charania of The Athletic. Udoka is facing "significant" disciplinary action for violating organizational guidelines, sources told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Wojnarowski added that while Udoka's job is not believed to be … [Read more...] about Ime Udoka Could Miss Entire 2022-23 Season For Improper Relationship With Staff Member
Joe Mazzulla Likely To Serve As Interim Head Coach Of Celtics
Joe Mazzulla will likely serve as interim head coach of the Boston Celtics during the upcoming suspension of Ime Udoka. Mazzulla, 34, joined the Celtics as an assistant coach in 2019. Mazzulla played collegiately for West Virginia and immediately went into coaching in 2011 when his playing career was over. Udoka could be suspended for as long as the entire 22-23 season due to … [Read more...] about Joe Mazzulla Likely To Serve As Interim Head Coach Of Celtics
Celtics Waive Bruno Caboclo
The Boston Celtics have waived Bruno Caboclo. Caboclo played in Brazil last season, averaging 18.3 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 33.5 minutes over 44 games. Caboclo last played in the NBA during the 20-21 season. … [Read more...] about Celtics Waive Bruno Caboclo
Celtics Previously Expressed Interest In LaMarcus Aldridge
Robert Williams III has had injury issues throughout his career, which the Boston Celtics may address by bringing in another big man with their final roster spot. "LaMarcus Aldridge is out there, a player I was told they showed a little interest in this summer," said Adrian Wojnarowski. The minor surgery Williams will undergo this week is expected to be more of a training camp … [Read more...] about Celtics Previously Expressed Interest In LaMarcus Aldridge