Doc Rivers praises Celtics ahead of Hall of Fame induction

Doc Rivers, soon to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on August 15, expressed gratitude for his tenure with the Boston Celtics. Speaking on August 14, Rivers credited his success to the Celtics and highlighted the pivotal roles of players Ray Allen, Paul Pierce, and Kevin Garnett during the 2007-08 NBA championship season. He remarked that he wouldn't be in the Hall of Fame without the support of the Celtics and praised former GM Danny Ainge for believing in his coaching abilities. Rivers, who previously head coached several teams, mentioned that the Celtics' trade of Jaylen Brown to the 76ers surprised him, indicating widespread shock in the basketball community. The induction ceremony will feature Allen, Pierce, and Garnett introducing Rivers.

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