Legendary Boston Celtics play-by-play announcer Mike Gorman has announced the 2023-24 NBA season will be his last on the call for Boston.
With an impressive four-decade tenure calling Celtics games on the air, Gorman holds the mark for the longest tenure as play-by-play broadcaster for a Boston professional sports franchise. He will be honored and celebrated throughout his farewell season by NBC Sports Boston, the Celtics and fans.
“Being the play-by-play voice of the iconic Boston Celtics since 1981 has been a true honor and privilege,” Gorman said in a recent article by NBC Sports Boston. “When I started on the broadcast team 43 years ago, I could not have dreamed what an amazing journey this would be.”
“A world-class organization like the Boston Celtics and a television partnership which evolved over the years, ultimately allowing me the opportunity to be a part of NBC Sports Boston.”
The Celtics star made use of signing his new contract to help shed light on efforts to address systemic racism in the city and hopes to found a new Black Wall Street in Boston, a sign of the depth … https://t.co/VIAwH6oESG
— The Celtics Wire (@TheCelticsWire) July 27, 2023
“Both organizations have been so much more than a job to me, they have been a family and allowed me to meet so many amazing people and forge lifelong friendships,” he added. “So thankful for all of you and a special thanks to the fans.”
“Celtics Nation … you are the best and there is no other group of dedicated fans I would have chosen to take this ride with. I very much look forward to my final season with all of you — and thank you again for allowing me to be a part of your lives.”
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