NBA champion coach Joe Mazzulla takes family to watch UFC 303 PPV event in Las Vegas

Joe Mazzulla has often spoken about the parallels between basketball and MMA.

NBA champion coach Joe Mazzulla takes family to watch UFC 303 PPV event in Las Vegas

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla took his family to watch UFC 303

NBA champion coach Joe Mazzulla celebrated his recent victory by treating his family to a night of combat sports in Las Vegas. Mazzulla, who led the Boston Celtics to their 18th championship title, was spotted at the UFC 303 PPV event at the T-Mobile Arena.

The coach’s decision to attend the UFC event came as no surprise, given his well-documented passion for mixed martial arts. Mazzulla has often spoken about the parallels between basketball and MMA, citing the importance of strategy, discipline, and mental toughness in both sports.

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The highlight of the night was the highly anticipated rematch between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka, with Pereira emerging victorious in a thrilling round two TKO. Mazzulla was on the edge of his seat as he watched the two warriors go toe-to-toe.

Mazzulla’s attention will soon turn to the task of defending the Celtics’ title next season. With the new season just around the corner, Joe Mazzulla will be busy preparing his team for the challenges ahead. 

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla’s unconventional motivation technique pays off in NBA Finals

The Boston Celtics were one win away from winning the 2024 NBA Finals, leading the series 3-0. However, despite the impressive lead, forward Jayson Tatum knew the team couldn’t let up, revealing that coach Joe Mazzulla showed UFC fight clips to keep the team focused.

Joe does a great job of showing us clips from different sports. He's a big UFC fan, showing us fights of people... Just translating that to basketball. The closer you are to winning, the closer that they are to surviving.
Jayson Tatum told Pardon My Take

Furthermore, Mazzulla’s unorthodox approach included showing videos of UFC fighters being choked out. The strategy seemed to work, as the C’s were able to clinch a record 18th championship title.

The Celtics’ journey to their 18th championship title was 16 years in the making, and they were determined to finish the job. Inspired by their young coach’s innovative motivation tactics.

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