Forced To Part Ways With Stephen A. Smith, 61YO Ex-Analyst Could Help Guide Jayson Tatum and Co to NBA Glory

Published 10/14/2023, 2:52 PM EDT

In yet another plot twist, the NBA Analyst, Jeff Van Gundy, is making headlines again. This comes with the buzz around the Boston Celtics making significant coaching changes.

The question is: Is it good news for the analyst this time?

Jeff Van Gundy: The GOAT is back!

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The former Knicks and Rockets coach recently appeared with the tag of the senior consultant on the Boston Celtics official website showcasing his addition to the team for the upcoming season. He will be up with Sam Cassel and Charles Lee as assisting consultants who include the squad’s latest addition.

Boston Celtics team website has Jeff Van Gundy on the coaching staff as a senior consultant 🤔 pic.twitter.com/t2piknY6De
— BASKETBALL ON 𝕏 (@BasketballOnX) October 14, 2023

Despite the 430-318 record, Gundy is best known for his time as an ESPN analyst having announced over 16 NBA finals and also partnership with Stephen A. Smith throughout. But on the flip side, he was one of those affected by the July layoff by ESPN.

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Ever since, he has been rumoured to be in talks within the coaching scene and now is set on a new path to the NBA glory.

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With Gundy having considerable expertise as a coach and analyst, now being on board with the team, the course of the game is something to look forward to. Whether he will seize this opportunity and lead Jayson Tatum and his teammates to the win is something to ponder.

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What do you think will happen now that Gundy is back in the game? Comment your opinions on Gundy’s comeback as an analyst down below.

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Shireen is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Throughout her academic pursuits, she has discovered her passion in the world of sports journalism. This discovery has provided her with a creative outlet to express herself and engage with audiences from all walks of life.

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Forced To Part Ways With Stephen A. Smith, 61YO Ex-Analyst Could Help Guide Jayson Tatum and Co to NBA Glory

Jeff Van Gundy: The GOAT is back!

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