Joe Mazzulla suddenly became Celtics head coach in 2022, and ever since then, all he's done is help his team win.

The Boston Celtics enter this season aiming to become the first team since the 2017-18 Golden State Warriors to win back-to-back NBA titles.

In an interview with Locked On Celtics Mazzulla explained why the Celtics won’t be “defending” their title at all this season. He called the phrase “defending a title” a “passive-aggressive” term and evoked the animal kingdom in his explanation.

Boston heads into this season the target of every other team, no matter where you put it.

While the Boston Celtics are returning 15 of the 17 players from last season's title team, their external additions include an intriguing free agent signing who will come to training camp fighting for a roster spot with the reigning NBA champions.

Boston Celtics head coach, Joe Mazzulla, has made it clear that the Celtics are "attacking a new goal," as the new season approaches.

How can Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla improve in 2024-25? The Celtics coach took the reins of the team unexpectedly just ahead of training camp for the team's 2023-24 campaign after misconduct by then-head coach Ime Udoka forced a suspension and eventual separation from the team, and did not have the easiest start.

When the Boston Celtics brought a merciful ending to Lonnie Walker IV’s waiting game, the move was met with positive reactions. Though Walker wasn’t necessarily viewed as a game-changing addition, he could be a worthwhile contributor.

Following the addition of Lonnie Walker, Mazzulla praised the new Celtic but also sent a message on what it takes to thrive in Boston. The post Joe Mazzulla Sends Strong Message on Celtics Addition Lonnie Walker appeared first on Heavy.