Celtics coach and Rhode Island native Joe Mazzulla visits Providence

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla arrived in Providence Tuesday with the Larry O’Brien championship trophy in tow.

Mazzulla, a Johnston native and former Hendricken standout, was accompanied by members of his family and Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee on the State House steps.

Johnston’s Joe Mazzulla walks the Larry O’Brien trophy down the steps of the Rhode Island State House.

The #Celtics head coach is back home to celebrate bringing an 18th NBA title back to New England. @ABC6 @celtics #DifferentHere pic.twitter.com/W7n7Y9oAcU

— Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) September 3, 2024