Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla wins NBA Coach of the Year
Joe Mazzulla, head coach of the Boston Celtics, has been awarded the NBA Coach of the Year, becoming the fourth coach in the franchise's history to receive this honor. Despite challenges such as injuries to key players, Mazzulla led the team to a successful season. He attributes the award to his assistant coaches and the entire Celtics organization for their support and dedication.
- ▪Joe Mazzulla is the first Celtics coach to win the NBA Coach of the Year award since Bill Fitch in 1980.
- ▪He expressed gratitude towards his family, players, and staff, stating that the award should be named Staff of the Year.
- ▪Mazzulla has a regular-season record of 238-90 and a playoff record of 36-21 since taking over as head coach.
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