Celtics' Assistant Coaches Eyeing Head Jobs

0:00On April 15, the Boston Celtics kick off their 2026 NBA playoff run this Sunday afternoon, but eyes are already on two assistant, coaches who might be auditioning for headjobs elsewhere. The athletic just dropped a list of the hottest first time headcoaching candidates, spotlighting Boston's DJ McClay and Tony Dovins. McClay, a 31-year-old and his third season as an assistant, has been running the Celtics defense this year, which ranked fourth in the league. For points allowed per possession. He specializes with Big Men, like working closely with Christophe's Porzingas the past couple seasons, and he even led their summer league squad in Vegas. Meanwhile, Dovins is in his sixth year with Boston, bringing a unique path from multi-time defensive player of the year in France to grinding in the video room before climbing up. He's been key with stars like Jason Tatum this season, and helps center Neomyas Keta step up after years handling Jalen Brown. These guys have both coached the Celtics summer league team, showing they can lead, and

1:02under Joe Mozilla, their roles keep expanding as the team. Eyes another deep playoff push. With the playoffs heating up, keep watching these assistants. They could be calling their own shot soon, while Boston chases that banner. Stay locked in with Boston Celtics news today, AI-powered updates.