Overview
- Boston announced a multi-year extension for Mazzulla in August, without disclosing contract length or terms.
- NBA insider Marc Stein reported belief in coaching circles that the deal is a six-year pact comparable to Brad Stevens’ original six-year contract.
- Mazzulla said Knicks interest "never reached me" and stated he only wants to coach the Boston Celtics.
- Stein reported the Knicks quietly gauged Mazzulla’s availability last summer before ultimately hiring two-time Coach of the Year Mike Brown.
- Former Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau visited a Celtics practice to review film and offer insights to Joe Mazzulla, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum.