Celtics staffer involved with coach Ime Udoka reportedly made travel arrangements for fiancee Nia Long

Unidentified Celtics staff who had an affair with Ime Udoka also booked travel and helped Nia Long shift to Boston two weeks ago, revealed a source
PUBLISHED SEP 25, 2022
Celtics coach Ime Udoka and actress Nia Long have been together since 2010 (Andy Lyons/ Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Celtics coach Ime Udoka and actress Nia Long have been together since 2010 (Andy Lyons/ Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS: A day after the Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka got suspended over his alleged affair with one of the Celtics' female staffers, it is reported that the latter helped Udoka in making travel arrangements for him and sometimes also for Udoka’s fiancee Nia Long. The female staffer, whose identity is yet to be revealed, took care of a few responsibilities that also included his travel plans.
 
Sources spilled the beans to TMZ on Saturday, September 24 that Ime Udoka’s team-related travel was handled by a female staffer. If this was not enough, she also booked travel for his actress fiancee to attend home games in Boston and road games. According to the publication, the actress and her 10-year-old son permanently moved to Bean Town a couple of weeks ago. The move came approximately two months after Udoka became aware of the Celtics’ investigation.
 
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According to reports, the staffer also helped in the arrangements with Long shifting to Boston about two weeks ago. It was also reported that Nia Long is aware of who the female staffer is. Nia Long Nia Long on the controversy issued a statement to People magazine saying, “The outpouring of love and support from family, friends and the community during this difficult time means so much to me” adding, “I ask that my privacy be respected as I process the recent events. Above all, I am a mother and will continue to focus on my children.”

The Athletic recently reported that the female staffer recently accused Udoka of making “unwanted comments” to her. The Celtics, on the situation, stated that they were alerted to “a potential situation” involving Udoka over the summer. The Celtics added that no one else-including the woman involved - has been disciplined or is expected to be disciplined.  



 

Speaking of Ime Udoka, the head coach was suspended from the team following the revelation of his alleged affair. He was suspended for the 2022-23 season for violating team policy, which was due to an inappropriate and consensual relationship with a female member of the Celtics staff.
 
Ime Udoka after getting suspended apologized saying, “I want to apologize to our players, fans, the entire Celtics organization, and my family for letting them down. He added, “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.” 

Head coach Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics watches as his team takes on the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on April 06, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. The Celtics defeated the Bulls 117-94. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Head coach Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics watches as his team takes on the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on April 06, 2022, in Chicago, Illinois (Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
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