Assistant Coach Joe Mazzulla Named Boston Celtics Head Coach

Celtics Appoint Mazzulla to Lead Franchise

Key Details and Background:

Joseph "Joe" Mazzulla has been named as the permanent head coach for the Boston Celtics. Mazzulla, who has served as an assistant coach with the Celtics since 2019, takes over the role after serving as interim head coach since September 2022.

Mazzulla's appointment makes him the 18th head coach in the history of the Boston Celtics franchise, which has won 17 NBA championships. The Celtics' first NBA title came in 1957 under legendary coach Red Auerbach.

Mazzulla's coaching staff includes Damon Stoudemire (assistant coach), Aaron Miles (player development coach), Ben Sullivan (shooting coach), and Brandon Bailey (video coordinator). The Celtics are currently in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference with a 29-12 record.