Mazzulla’s Celtics embody this philosophy. He has created an environment where players trust the process, embrace their roles, and hold each other to championship standards. His leadership isn’t about rigid strategies—it’s about creating a system that adapts, evolves, and thrives under pressure.

This was more than just game No. 64 of 82. Saturday made clear the push for playoff form is underway, even if Mazzulla would never admit it.

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla enjoyed his front row seat to Al Horford's defensive clinic versus LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers