Joe Mazzulla identifies Celtics' rebounding issues after loss to Rockets

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Joe Mazzulla identifies Celtics' rebounding issues after loss to Rockets
Summary

The Boston Celtics faced a challenging setback with a 109-93 loss to the Houston Rockets on November 3. Coach Joe Mazzulla highlighted a specific schematic oversight concerning the use of Mitchell Robinson, which has affected the team's rebounding performance. Despite winning the rebounding battle against the Rockets, the Celtics struggle with defensive boards, ranking 27th in the league. Mazzulla emphasized the need to maximize Robinson’s impact, as his rebounding average has significantly declined. Following this defeat, the Celtics aim to improve their rebounding strategy in upcoming games.

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  • •Celtics lost 109-93 to the Rockets on November 3.
  • •Joe Mazzulla pointed out rebounding as a major issue.
  • •Mitchell Robinson's rebounding usage has not been effective.
  • •Celtics rank 27th in the league for defensive rebounding.
  • •Next games will focus on correcting rebounding deficiencies.
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  • 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Joe Mazzulla names one schematic blunder Celtics must fix, it's not about Jayson Tatum
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The Celtics had a lot of early season struggles come out against the Rockets which Coach Joe Mazzulla wants to fix, none of them concern Jayson Tatum, though.

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