The Boston Celtics understand this premise considering their illustrious standing as one of the two most successful basketball entities in NBA history. Joe Mazzulla was handsomely rewarded for his coaching prowess over the last few years by inking a multi-year deal with the team this offseason.

Anfernee Simons had his best game of the season against the Pelicans, draining 3-pointers and looking like the scorer he's been throughout his career.

Today in Boston Celtics history, iconic Hall of Fame Celtics coach and general manager Arnold "Red" Auerbach passed at the age of 89 in 2006.

Talking to the media after the completion of the Maine Celtics practice at the Portland Expo on Monday, the team’s first practice of the season, Pressey referred to the squad he now coaches as the Red Claws.

The Boston Celtics have started the season 0-3, but could still make a push for a spot in the play-in tournament