Thomas pointed to past examples of great Celtics coaches like Red Auerbach, Doc Rivers, and Brad Stevens—leaders who not only coached Xs and Os but managed egos, developed chemistry, and adapted to league shifts with surgical precision.

“The best coaches in Boston history weren’t just strategists—they were motivators, innovators, and emotional anchors. With your roster, you’ve got a chance to be in that company—but it starts with owning the entire locker room, not just the clipboard.”