The Celtics announced the suspension of head coach Ime Udoka for the entire 2022-23 season on Thursday, without guaranteeing his return to the role for the following season.
In a statement, the team said the reason for the suspension was Udoka’s “violations” — in the plural — of team policies.
“A decision about his future with the Celtics beyond this season will be made at a later date,” the statement read. “The suspension takes effect immediately.”
Udoka released a statement to ESPN’s Malika Andrews as well.
“I want to apologize to our players, fans, the entire Celtics organization, and my family for letting them down,” Udoka said.