BRIGHTON, MA -- Celtics Head Coach Ime Udoka spoke to reporters on Wednesday after the Celtics preseason practice. Boston will play its second preseason game vs the Toronto Raptors on Saturday. <br /><br />Quotes From Ime Udoka:<br /><br />“First week or so we really emphasized switching off ball … that was the game plan … it’ll be game-by-game.” <br /><br />Udoka talked about his players complaining to officials saying let himbe the guy who complains to the refs. "Play through things ... we're not going to be a team that cries, that's definitely not me."<br /><br />He talked about the big paring: "We've seen several different lineups here ... we've seen Al with Rob." ..."Part of that is (Al's) veteran experience, but he has a contrasting style ... stretch 5"<br /><br />Ime on Nesmith: "He was great in Summer League, now we want to see him do it on a bigger stage." <br /><br />Coach also said he handpicked his coaching staff with particular players in mind : "I targeted specifically, Damon Stoudamire to be with Marcus"..."Ben (Sullivan) coached Al & Dennis in Atlanta" <br /><br />The CLNS Media Network is Powered by BetOnline.ag, Use Promo Code: CLNS50 for a 50% Welcome Bonus On Your First Deposit!<br /><br />Visit https://www.legends.com today to shop the latest trends in athletic apparel & save 20% when you use our code, GARDEN20. <br /><br />Go to https://buyraycon.com/garden to save 15% on Raycon earbuds.
