Phil Pressey returns as Maine Celtics head coach for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Maine Celtics have announced that Phil Pressey will continue as head coach for the upcoming 2026-27 G League season. Pressey led the team to a 27-23 record in his inaugural head coaching season last year, marking his first position as head coach at any level. He previously played for the Boston Celtics from 2013 to 2015 before transitioning to coaching. Alongside Pressey, the coaching staff will include returning assistant coach Mike Malat and Boaz Mensah, as well as new assistants Devin Sweetney, Jacob Kester, and Rich Kelly, who will focus on player development and video coordination.
- •Phil Pressey led Maine to a 27-23 record last season.
- •He played for the Boston Celtics from 2013 to 2015.
- •The coaching staff includes notable members like Mike Malat and Boaz Mensah.
- •Maine Celtics aim to enhance player development under Pressey's guidance.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Maine Celtics announce Phil Pressey as head coach for 2026-27 G League season
"During his first campaign as a head coach with Maine (his first head coaching gig at any level), Pressey led Maine to a 27-23 overall record.
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