According to Shams Charania of the Athletic, Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka engaged in an improper intimate relationship with a female staff member of the organization. Charania reported this relationship was consensual.
Udoka could face punishment or possible suspension by the team, which considers this a violation of the franchise’s conduct guidelines. It was first reported Udoka could be handed a significant suspension by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. A decision by the team is expected as soon as Thursday.
Assistant coach Joe Mazzulla could step in as interim coach if Udoka is suspended, according to Wojnarowski. Mazzulla joined the club in 2019, and served as lead coach for the summer league team in 2020.
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