Mazzulla Delivers Pregame Speech, Wins All-Star Game

A cool experience for the former Mountaineer.

Joe Mazzulla is having one hell of a year. The rookie head coach of the Boston Celtics has led his team to the best record in the NBA (42-17) which led to the removal of the interim tag this past week. Because of having the top record in the Eastern Conference, Mazzulla was the head coach for Team Giannis in the 2023 NBA All-Star Game. 

Even during the All-Star break, Mazzulla stays winning. Team Giannis defeated Team LeBron 184-175.

Prior to the start of Sunday's game, he delivered an awesome pregame speech.

"The reason why I came into the league was to let people know and build a platform of how great of people you are," Mazzulla said. "You guys don't get enough credit. People judge you by your basketball and I want to try to help change that for you. And so, the person that you guys are, you're just as important and I like the individual empowerment. I think that's important.

"So cherish tonight. Know that you guys have inspired me, our staff, our team, our families and the world. I love watching people try and be great. I think that's the coolest thing. And you are a bunch of guys that just work every day to be great at what you do, and I appreciate that. Thank you."

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