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Derrick White hints at Joe Mazzulla's WWE aspirations after recent event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 4:01 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Derrick White hints at Joe Mazzulla's WWE aspirations after recent event

Summary

Boston Celtics point guard Derrick White shared a story about head coach Joe Mazzulla's enthusiasm for WWE. During a recent event they attended together, Mazzulla expressed interest in getting in the ring next time. White recounted how they enjoyed the live wrestling experience from a suite before moving closer to the action. Mazzulla, who has a background in mixed martial arts, did not shy away from suggesting they could participate in the event next time around.

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Key Details

•Derrick White shared insights from a WWE event attended with Joe Mazzulla.
•Mazzulla expressed interest in getting involved in a future event.
•White and Mazzulla watched the match from a suite before moving ringside.
•Mazzulla is known to enjoy mixed martial arts, further enhancing his connection to wrestling.

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4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Could we see Joe Mazzulla in a WWE ring with his players? Derrick White hints we might

What they're saying

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"(Joe) was like, 'Next time we go out there, we're going have to get on the ring and actually have a fight or something,'" said White.
— Yahoo Sports

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