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Boston Celtics bring back Phil Pressey as G League head coach

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Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Boston Celtics bring back Phil Pressey as G League head coach
Summary

The Boston Celtics announced on October 1 that Phil Pressey will return for a second season as head coach of their G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics. This marks the first time in seven years that a Maine head coach has been retained for a second season. Under Pressey's guidance last season, the Maine Celtics finished with a 27-23 record and reached the G League playoffs for the fourth consecutive year. The team will begin its 2026-27 campaign on November 6 against the Westchester Knicks. The Celtics are focused on strengthening their developmental pipeline as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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  • •Phil Pressey led Maine to a G League playoff appearance last season.
  • •Maine finished last season with a 27-23 overall record.
  • •Pressey is the first Maine Celtics head coach to return in seven years.
  • •The Maine Celtics start their season on November 6 against the Westchester Knicks.
  • •Boston reshaped the roster with recent trades, enhancing player development.
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The Boston Celtics have broken a seven-year trend by bringing Phil Pressey back for a second season as head coach of their G League affiliate. The post Boston Celtics Finally Break Seven-Year Trend With Latest Move appeared first on HEAVY.

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