Kara Lawson reflects on her time with the Boston Celtics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 2:42 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Kara Lawson, the first female coach in Boston Celtics history, focused on player development during her tenure with the team. In an interview, she emphasized her commitment to improving her contributions rather than discussing her groundbreaking role. Despite being a significant figure in the NBA, Lawson declined most media requests to ensure her focus remained on coaching. She appreciated the opportunity to work with a talented coaching staff and players in a storied organization. Lawson's experience highlights the challenges and dynamics of being a female coach in a male-dominated league.
- •Kara Lawson served as an assistant coach for the Boston Celtics.
- •She focused on improving her contributions to the team.
- •Lawson was the first female coach in Celtics history.
- •She declined many media interviews to prioritize coaching.
- •Lawson expressed gratitude for her time with the Celtics organization.
- 2:42 AMYahoo Sports — Why Kara Lawson didn't want to be a story with the Boston Celtics
"Being Boston's first female coach was a very big deal. That doesn't mean she wanted to talk about it.
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