Nia Long SLAMS the Celtics' handling of fiancé Ime Udoka's suspension over affair with staffer
2 years, 1 month ago

Nia Long SLAMS the Celtics' handling of fiancé Ime Udoka's suspension over affair with staffer

Daily Mail  

Actress Nia Long is slamming the Boston Celtics' handling of the scandal involving her fiancé, suspended coach Ime Udoka, saying the NBA franchise has not reached out to her since his affair with a team staffer was revealed in September. Udoka was named head coach of the Boston Celtics at the start of the 2021-22 season after former head coach Brad Stevens was promoted to President of Basketball Operations She served as a team liaison arranging travel, lodging and game tickets for Celtics family members at home and on the road, and is likely to have arranged travel for Long. Udoka was named head coach of the Boston Celtics at the start of the 2021-22 season after former head coach Brad Stevens was promoted to President of Basketball Operations. Before coaching with the Celtics, Udoka spent time as an assistant coach for eight seasons at the San Antonio Spurs under head coach Gregg Popovich, helping to win an NBA title in 2014.

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Celtics light up Udoka, Rockets 145-113, improve to 19-0 in Boston
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Celtics light up Udoka, Rockets 145-113, improve to 19-0 in Boston

Associated Press  

BOSTON — If Jayson Tatum wants to argue with the referees during a 30-point blowout, that’s OK with Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla. I understand the time and score of the game,” Tatum said after he was ejected on back-to-back technical fouls in the fourth quarter of Boston’s 145-113 victory over the Houston Rockets on Saturday. I’ve got to stand up …

Nia Long slams Boston Celtics for making ex-fiance Ime Udoka’s infidelity public last year
1 year, 3 months ago

Nia Long slams Boston Celtics for making ex-fiance Ime Udoka’s infidelity public last year

LA Times  

Nia Long channeled activist Yaba Blay‘s words to criticize the Boston Celtics a year after she split with the team’s former coach, Ime Udoka. On Tuesday the “Best Man” and “You People” actor shared a snippet from Blay’s 2022 appearance on the “We Can Do Hard Things” podcast. “So whatever it is you think and whatever it is you feel, …

Rockets hiring Ime Udoka: Is former Celtics coach the answer for Houston?
1 year, 8 months ago

Rockets hiring Ime Udoka: Is former Celtics coach the answer for Houston?

New York Times  

The search for a head coach is apparently over. The Rockets stressed that their next coach would be a legitimate name to get behind, and with Udoka coming off an NBA Finals run in 2022, there’s real coaching acumen there. Stevens knocked the Al Horford and Derrick White trades out of the park, Marcus Smart found a way to thrive …

Rockets hire former Celtics coach Ime Udoka: Why the move makes sense for Houston
1 year, 8 months ago

Rockets hire former Celtics coach Ime Udoka: Why the move makes sense for Houston

New York Times  

By Shams Charania, Kelly Iko and Jared Weiss The Houston Rockets hired former Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka for the same role, the team announced Tuesday. — Weiss GO DEEPER Is former Celtics coach Ime Udoka the answer for the Rockets? What they’re saying Rockets general manager Rafael Stone cited Udoka’s “intelligence, drive and toughness” as being the traits the …

Nets passing on Ime Udoka means he’s still Celtics’ problem: King
2 years, 2 months ago

Nets passing on Ime Udoka means he’s still Celtics’ problem: King

New York Times  

BOSTON — The Celtics needed to digest another surprise Wednesday when the Brooklyn Nets hired someone other than Ime Udoka to replace Steve Nash as head coach. But from Boston’s perspective, he might as well be called “not Ime Udoka.” Before settling on Vaughn, the Nets were expected to hire Udoka as Nash’s successor. After rolling Detroit on Wednesday night, …

Nets name assistant Jacque Vaughn head coach: Why Brooklyn moved on from potential Ime Udoka hire
2 years, 2 months ago

Nets name assistant Jacque Vaughn head coach: Why Brooklyn moved on from potential Ime Udoka hire

New York Times  

The Brooklyn Nets are hiring assistant Jacque Vaughn as head coach after parting with Steve Nash, the team announced Wednesday. The Athletic previously reported that the Nets planned to hire suspended Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka. The Nets’ reported plan to hire Udoka drew criticism because in September, Boston suspended the coach for the 2022-23 season due to his intimate …

Nets to hire Celtics’ Ime Udoka after parting ways with Steve Nash: Sources
2 years, 2 months ago

Nets to hire Celtics’ Ime Udoka after parting ways with Steve Nash: Sources

New York Times  

The Brooklyn Nets plan to hire suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka after agreeing to part ways with Steve Nash on Tuesday, league sources with direct knowledge of the discussions told The Athletic. The decision to move on from Nash comes amid months of turmoil in the organization, including yet another off-court controversy involving Kyrie Irving that began last week. During …

If Celtics let Ime Udoka become Nets coach, more than basketball is on the line
2 years, 2 months ago

If Celtics let Ime Udoka become Nets coach, more than basketball is on the line

New York Times  

There was always a chance Ime Udoka would end up on another team’s coaching staff in the near future. Well, two weeks into the season, Steve Nash is suddenly out in Brooklyn, and The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday that the Nets are planning to hire Udoka as their new head coach. GO DEEPER Russo: If the Nets hire Ime …

Nia Long Shares A Poignant Note About Mental Health Amid Ime Udoka Scandal
2 years, 3 months ago

Nia Long Shares A Poignant Note About Mental Health Amid Ime Udoka Scandal

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Actor Nia Long shared some words of wisdom about mental health Tuesday, weeks after her partner, Ime Udoka, was suspended as head coach of the Boston Celtics for violations of team policies. This week, Long posted a statement on Instagram that began, “A tip for mental health.” “Learn to distinguish who deserves an explanation, who deserves one …

Ime Udoka, Roger Federer, and the Brett Favre welfare scandal on Hang Up and Listen.
55 years ago

Ime Udoka, Roger Federer, and the Brett Favre welfare scandal on Hang Up and Listen.

Slate  

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the Boston Celtics’ decision to suspend head coach Ime Udoka. Finally, Anna Wolfe of Mississippi Today joins for a conversation about Brett Favre and the state’s enormous welfare scandal. • Udoka’s suspension recalled cases involving former college football coach Bobby Petrino and college basketball coach Tyler Summitt. Phil Bryant helped Brett Favre …

Stephen A. Smith cannot fathom why the Boston Celtics have not FIRED Ime Udoka
2 years, 3 months ago

Stephen A. Smith cannot fathom why the Boston Celtics have not FIRED Ime Udoka

Daily Mail  

Stephen A. Smith has slammed the Boston Celtics' handling of Ime Udoka and insists the team should not have leaked details of his one-year suspension if they were going to keep him on board. Stephen A. Smith was very upset with how the Celtics handled Ime Udoka's reported affair Ime Udoka is suspended for the entire 2022-23 season and there's …

Boston Celtics suspend coach Ime Udoka for entire 2022-23 NBA season
2 years, 3 months ago

Boston Celtics suspend coach Ime Udoka for entire 2022-23 NBA season

Firstpost  

The punishment meted out to Ime Udoka comes with the Celtics’ pre-season training camp due to open next week. Los Angeles: The Boston Celtics suspended head coach Ime Udoka for the entire 2022-23 NBA season on Thursday for “violations of team policies.” “A decision about his future with the Celtics beyond this season will be made at a later date,” …

Boston Celtics Suspend Coach Ime Udoka for Entire NBA Season
2 years, 3 months ago

Boston Celtics Suspend Coach Ime Udoka for Entire NBA Season

News 18  

The Boston Celtics suspended head coach Ime Udoka for the entire 2022-23 NBA season on Thursday for “violations of team policies." The punishment, among the harshest ever issued to an NBA head coach, comes with the Celtics’ pre-season training camp due to open next week. Under Udoka’s guidance Boston developed the top defense in the NBA and closed last season …

Celtics suspends coach Ime Udoka for 2022-23 season
2 years, 3 months ago

Celtics suspends coach Ime Udoka for 2022-23 season

The Hindu  

The Boston Celtics has suspended coach Ime Udoka for the 2022-23 season, effective immediately, and with no guarantee he will be back with the franchise. Mazzulla interviewed for the Utah Jazz coaching job this summer, a position that ultimately went to Will Hardy, another of Udoka’s assistants in Boston last season. And the absence of Udoka — who was fourth …

As Celtics try to explain Ime Udoka suspension, staffers bear fallout
2 years, 3 months ago

As Celtics try to explain Ime Udoka suspension, staffers bear fallout

New York Times  

BOSTON — There is always a commotion around a press conference, as a room full of people busy themselves, waiting for the show to begin. But I do think we as an organization have a responsibility to make sure we’re there to support them now, because a lot of people were dragged unfairly into that.” It’s time to speak up …

Who is Joe Mazzulla and why do Celtics trust him to take over for Ime Udoka?
2 years, 3 months ago

Who is Joe Mazzulla and why do Celtics trust him to take over for Ime Udoka?

New York Times  

Joe Mazzulla, who served as an assistant coach for the Boston Celtics since 2019, has been named the team’s interim coach, the Celtics announced Thursday. Mazzulla steps into the role after Boston issued a one-year suspension to coach Ime Udoka, who had an intimate relationship with a female member of the team’s staff, sources told The Athletic. He also held …

Celtics made appropriate decision to suspend coach Ime Udoka, owner says
2 years, 3 months ago

Celtics made appropriate decision to suspend coach Ime Udoka, owner says

New York Times  

The Boston Celtics made the appropriate decision to suspend coach Ime Udoka for an entire season over his intimate relationship with a female member of the organization, owner Wyc Grousbeck said Friday, telling a news conference there “was enough there to take an action.” “This felt right, but there’s no clear guidelines for any of this,” Grousbeck said when asked …

AP sources: Celtics considering suspension of Ime Udoka
2 years, 3 months ago

AP sources: Celtics considering suspension of Ime Udoka

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Boston Celtics are planning …

Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka 'could face a significant suspension for violating team rules'
2 years, 3 months ago

Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka 'could face a significant suspension for violating team rules'

Daily Mail  

Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka is reportedly facing a potential season-long suspension over an improper, consensual affair with a female member of the team's staff. Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka could be facing a potential suspension days before the start of this year's NBA season for violating team rules with a punishment not yet determined Udoka has been …

Celtics suspend coach Ime Udoka for 2022-23 season over improper relationship
2 years, 3 months ago

Celtics suspend coach Ime Udoka for 2022-23 season over improper relationship

LA Times  

The Boston Celtics have suspended coach Ime Udoka for the 2022-23 season, effective immediately, and with no guarantee he will be back with the franchise in the future. The Celtics said Thursday night that Udoka was suspended for “violations of team policies.“ Earlier Thursday, two people with knowledge of the matter said Udoka was being sanctioned because of an improper …

Celtics suspend Ime Udoka for 2022-23 season; coach’s future with Boston in question
2 years, 3 months ago

Celtics suspend Ime Udoka for 2022-23 season; coach’s future with Boston in question

New York Times  

The Celtics have suspended coach Ime Udoka for the entirety of the 2022-23 season for violations of team policies, the franchise announced Thursday. The team added in a statement that “a decision about his future with the Celtics beyond this season will be made at a later date.” The second-year coach’s punishment is a result of an intimate relationship with …

With Celtics suspending Ime Udoka, what happens next for Boston?
2 years, 3 months ago

With Celtics suspending Ime Udoka, what happens next for Boston?

New York Times  

The Boston Celtics suspended head coach Ime Udoka for the entire 2022-23 NBA season on Thursday, noting his future with the organization after the suspension will be determined at a later date. In their release, the Celtics said they’d make a decision about Udoka’s future with the team beyond this season at a later date. Mazzulla, who the Celtics retained …

Ime Udoka couldn’t hang with Shaq and Kobe’s Lakers, but worked way to Celtics coach
2 years, 7 months ago

Ime Udoka couldn’t hang with Shaq and Kobe’s Lakers, but worked way to Celtics coach

LA Times  

It was only 10 days with the Lakers, but you can tell Ime Udoka thinks it should’ve been more. I think his energy has been contagious to us all.” It’s not a stretch to think the Lakers looked at Udoka’s success in their decision to hire Darvin Ham, another former NBA role player and first-time coach. “I can’t relate to …

Nia Long Celebrates Partner Ime Udoka's New Celtics Head Coach Gig In The Sweetest Way
3 years, 6 months ago

Nia Long Celebrates Partner Ime Udoka's New Celtics Head Coach Gig In The Sweetest Way

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Nia Long is celebrating her longtime partner Ime Udoka’s new job as the head coach of the Boston Celtics. Udoka, who most recently served as an assistant coach for the Brookyln Nets, was officially announced as the 18th head coach of the Celtics franchise on Monday. “The legacy continues.” When news spread last week that the retired …

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