sport news Boston Celtics suspend Ime Udoka for a year for violating team policies after ... trends now Boston Celtics suspend Ime Udoka for a year for violations of team policies with a decision on his future 'to be made at a later date' after reports he had an affair with a female staffer By Jake Fenner For Dailymail.Com Published: 02:39 BST, 23 September 2022 | Updated: 02:43 BST, 23 September 2022 Viewcomments Celtics coach Ime Udoka has released a statement after he was suspended by the team for the entire 2022-23 NBA season. Reports say he engaged in a consensual intimate relationship with a female member of the team staff. 'I want to apologize to our players, fans, the entire Celtics organization, and my family for letting them down,' Udoka's statement read. 'I am sorry for putting the team in this difficult situation, and I accept the team's decision. Out of respect for everyone involved, I will have no further comment.' A statement released by the Celtics confirmed reports that the suspension would last the entire NBA calendar. 'The Boston Celtics announced today that the team has suspended Head Coach Ime Udoka for the 2022-23 season for violations of team policies. A decision about his future with the Celtics beyond this season will be made at a later date. The suspension takes effect immediately.' This is a developing story. More to follow. Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility