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‘Youth is not an excuse’: Ime Udoka sends initial message to Rockets

“One of my first messages (to #Rockets players) will be that youth is not an excuse,” Ime Udoka says. “I’m just trying to expedite the process of becoming professionals.”

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SI:AM | The Biggest Questions About Tonight’s NFL Draft

Plus, the Grizzlies survive, while the Bucks and Cavs go crashing out.

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3 questions for the Rockets after introducing Ime Udoka as head coach

Hopefully the Rockets did their due diligence before moving forward.

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Ime Udoka Breaks Silence on Boston Exit As He Takes Over in Houston

The former Celtics coach was remorseful as he spoke publicly about the rocky end to his tenure in Boston for the first time. He now has a sizable task ahead in Houston.

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With NBA clearance, Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta comfortable with hiring Ime Udoka

“The NBA told me they felt very comfortable with Ime [Udoka] becoming coach of the Houston Rockets,” owner Tilman Fertitta said. “That made me feel really good.”

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New Rockets Coach Ime Udoka Was Asked Whether Celtics Were Justified in Dismissing Him

The new Rockets coach addressed the controversy that led to his ouster in Boston.

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‘Sky is the limit’: Ime Udoka explains why Houston was the right fit

Citing young talent, salary cap space, and an attractive destination market, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka explained why he’s a big believer in Houston’s future.

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Rockets coach Ime Udoka makes first unscripted comments on Boston scandal

For the first time since losing his job with the Celtics, new #Rockets coach Ime Udoka met with the media and briefly addressed his previous workplace scandal.

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Ex-Rockets head coach Stephen Silas spotted at a Celtics practice; could he be a future assistant coach?

Silas was born in Boston when his father played for the team.

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Report: Ime Udoka under contract with Rockets for four years, $28.5 million

New #Rockets coach Ime Udoka is under contract through the 2026-27 season at an average annual salary of over $7 million, per Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) of Chron.com.

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PHOTOS – Atlanta at Boston, Game 5: Unserious Celtics collapse, lose 119-117

Let's take a look at some of the best plays captured in images from the Celtics' Game 5 at the Hawks in the first round of the '23 playoffs.

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Rockets impressed by Ime Udoka’s intelligence, drive and toughness

“Ime’s intelligence, drive, and toughness were the traits we were looking for in a coach to lead our team,” #Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of his latest hire, Ime Udoka.

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Joe Mazzulla on Ime Udoka hiring in Houston: ‘I’m a product of second chances’

Joe Mazzulla spoke about Ime Udoka becoming the head coach of the Houston Rockets and explained why he values forgiveness and second chances in life.

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‘Happy for him’: Celtics veterans react to Ime Udoka joining Rockets as head coach

Head coach Joe Mazzulla and veterans Al Horford and Derrick White were among many #Celtics reacting positively to Houston’s hire of Ime Udoka, Boston’s former coach. #Rockets

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Report: What the NBA Told Rockets About Ime Udoka’s Improper Relationship Probe Before Hire

Houston reportedly hired the former Boston coach Monday.

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How former Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka will change the Houston Rockets

What sort of head coach are the Rockets getting? What details we have yet to hear might end up coming to light after the hire? How will Udoka be treated as he re-emerges into the public eye?

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In going from Celtics to Rockets, Ime Udoka inherits new challenges

Ime Udoka inherits a young roster in Houston with far more questions than his group led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown in Boston. The #Rockets hope Udoka will have answers.

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Podcast: Early reaction to Houston’s hire of Ime Udoka as coach

Our latest episode of @TheLagerLine offers immediate reaction and key takeaways related to Houston’s decision to hire Ime Udoka as head coach. #Rockets

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Report: Rafael Stone sold Ime Udoka on Houston partnership over Toronto, other NBA teams

Ime Udoka and #Rockets GM Rafael Stone “moved quickly toward a partnership,” Woj reports. “Udoka decided against pursuing the Toronto job — and other potential openings.”

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Woj: Rockets probed Ime Udoka’s Boston scandal before offering job

Before deciding on Ime Udoka as head coach, the #Rockets investigated his past with the NBA league office and the Celtics, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

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Reaction: Rockets hire Ime Udoka as head coach, replacing Stephen Silas

The #Rockets now have their head coach for 2023-24 and beyond with the hire of former Celtics coach Ime Udoka. Here’s a look at the immediate reaction and key takeaways.

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Houston Rockets signing Ime Udoka as new head coach

The Houston Rockets are reportedly hiring Ime Udoka to serve as the team's next head coach.

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Rockets Hire Embattled Former Celtics Coach Ime Udoka, per Report

The embattled coach served a season-long suspension after having an inappropriate relationship with a female staffer in Boston.

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Rockets coaching search tracker: Nick Nurse joins fray, Sam Cassell interviews

Houston’s coaching search is now entering its third week, with 76ers assistant Sam Cassell and former Raptors head coach Nick Nurse among the newest candidates. #Rockets

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