“They Attack The Most”: Joe Mazzulla References ‘Animal Kingdom’ When Talking About Boston Celtics’ Title Defense

Joe Mazzulla explains why the Celtics shouldn’t be looking to “defend a title” this season 🗣️

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“The phrase ‘defending a title’ is a very passive-aggressive term. If you look at the animal kingdom, some of the strongest animals don’t defend; they’re the most aggressive, and they attack the most. Whether you’ve won or haven’t won, your mindset can’t change. You have to understand what goes into winning and losing, commit to the details on a daily basis, and remain aggressive. You’re not defending something, you’re attacking a new goal.” Mazzulla said.

As Mazzulla states, the most aggressive animals always initiate an attack. Similarly, the Celtics persist in striving for improvement rather than fixating on winning or losing.

Joe Mazzulla Sets the Record Straight on Celtics’ Ambitions for Next Season

Jaylen Brown has emerged as a dominant force behind the Celtics’ success in the recent season. Alongside Jayson Tatum, the 27-year-old star showcased stellar performances, especially in the playoffs, where he averaged 23.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in 19 games. Mazulla further explained the team’s goal for the next year and mentioned that the team is more focused on its aim.

“People are gonna say the target is on our backs, but I hope it’s right on our forehead in between our eyes,” Mazzulla added.

The upcoming NBA season is just around the corner, and the Celtics will be taking on the Denver Nuggets in the first game of the preseason. It will be exciting to see if the Celtics can win the title in the upcoming season.