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Celtics coach Ime Udoka facing significant suspension, job not believed to be in jeopardy, per report

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Celtics coach Ime Udoka facing significant suspension, job not believed to be in jeopardy, per report

Celtics coach Ime Udoka is facing a significant suspension for having an 'improper, intimate and consensual relationship' with a female staff member. The final decision on the length of the suspension could come as soon as Thursday. Udokas' job is not in jeopardy, but a lengthy suspension is unprecedented in the NBA. Celtics were the betting favorite to win the championship this season. They came up short in NBA Finals.

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