The Maine Celtics have named Owensboro native and Apollo High School graduate Tyler Lashbrook their head coach for the 2024-25 NBA G League season. Lashbrook becomes the 10th head coach in the franchise’s history and is stepping into his first head coaching role after contributing to the Boston Celtics’ NBA Championship win last season as a player development coach.
“It’s an exciting time to be in the G League for both players and coaches,” Lashbrook said in a release. “There’s truly no better development opportunity in the world. I’m beyond thrilled for this opportunity to coach the Maine Celtics. I want to thank Joe Mazzulla, Brad Stevens, and the Boston Celtics organization for trusting me and giving me my first head coaching opportunity. I’m honored and grateful to step into this role.”
Lashbrook graduated from Western Kentucky University and joined the Boston Celtics staff before the start of last season. He primarily focused on player development and worked with the offensive coaching staff.
Before that, he was a player development coach with the Philadelphia 76ers from 2018-2023. Lashbrook began his coaching career as a basketball operations intern and video coordinator with the 76ers from 2014-2018.
“Tyler is a great coach who excels in relationship management and communication,” said Boston Celtics Head Coach Joe Mazzulla. “Last season, he led our late-game situational prep and took the lead on developing some of our younger players. I am excited for Tyler to have this opportunity to grow as a coach and leader and to impact the Maine team and community.”
Lashbrook replaces Blaine Mueller, who accepted an assistant coaching position with the Charlotte Hornets after leading Maine to its first-ever NBA G League Finals appearance in the 2023-24 season.
“I am so thrilled for Tyler to get the opportunity to lead the Maine Celtics this season,” said Maine Celtics General Manager Jarell Christian. “He has been preparing for years for this challenge. His player development philosophy is elite, and he is able to get the most out of his players because of his tremendous creativity. I know Tyler and the staff will do a great job of continuing the success we have had in Maine.”
Alongside Lashbrook, the Maine Celtics announced their coaching staff for the upcoming season. Steve Tchiengang returns as Associate Head Coach, while Taaj Ridley also returns for a second season as an assistant coach. Newcomers Landon Tatum and Brendan Baker will join the staff.
“I’m elated to have been able to put this coaching staff together,” Lashbrook said. “Each coach brings a unique skill set and a deep passion for player development. I believe every person on this staff has a bright future in basketball, and I can’t wait to get to work with them at the Expo.”
