Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla visits players in Portugal and Nebraska

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla visits players in Portugal and Nebraska
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Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is traveling to connect with his players during the summer offseason. He began his trip in Omaha, Nebraska, working with Celtics forward Baylor Scheierman at Creighton University. Mazzulla then moved on to Lisbon, Portugal, where he met with Celtics center Neemias Queta, learning about his background and training. Mazzulla’s visits focus on building relationships and supporting player development, which he regards as essential for team success in the upcoming season.

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  • Mazzulla visited Nebraska and Portugal this summer.
  • He trained with Baylor Scheierman and Neemias Queta.
  • Mazzulla focuses on building personal connections with players.
  • Scheierman and Queta had breakout seasons with the Celtics.
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  • 6:26 PMYahoo SportsFrom Nebraska to Lisbon: Joe Mazzulla makes next stop on Celtics world tour in Portugal
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Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is traveling this summer to visit with his players.

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