Ime Udoka, the Celtics' coach, could be suspended.

According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Boston Celtics will likely suspend coach Ime Udoka for the whole 2022–23 season.

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According to ESPN, assistant coach Joe Mazzula will probably be chosen interim coach, with a declaration anticipated as soon as Thursday.

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In the NBA, coaching bans are incredibly uncommon. Mike Batiste, a Washington Wizards assistant, received a two-game punishment last year for entering the stands, and Mike Budenholzer and Jason Kidd both received a one-game suspension for actions that occurred during a game.

It would be rare for a coach to receive a lengthy suspension, especially one that is imposed by the club.

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Despite losing, the Celtics were expected to start this season as the betting favourite to win the title.

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