Brad Stevens Shuts Down Rumors About Coaching Indiana Basketball
The rumors have been swirling once again—will Brad Stevens return to Indiana to coach the Hoosiers? The answer, straight from the man himself, is a firm no .
For years, whenever the Indiana University head coaching job opens up, Stevens' name is thrown into the mix. It’s no surprise—he’s an Indiana native, a former Butler head coach who took the Bulldogs to back-to-back NCAA championship games, and someone who still holds deep ties to the basketball culture in the Hoosier state. But despite the ongoing speculation, Stevens has made it clear that his home remains with the Boston Celtics .
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Stevens, currently serving as the President of Basketball Operations for the Celtics, addressed the latest wave of rumors in an interview with The Field of 68 . His message was straightforward:
“I thoroughly appreciate being a Celtic and love the people I get to work with every day.”
That’s about as direct as it gets. He’s not leaving Boston. He’s not taking the Indiana job. End of story.
Since leaving Butler in 2013, Stevens has built a strong career in the NBA. He started as the head coach of the Celtics, leading them through a successful rebuild and multiple playoff runs, including an NBA Finals appearance in 2022. In 2021, he transitioned into his current role, overseeing roster moves and shaping the franchise’s future.
Despite his success in Boston, his name continues to pop up whenever a high-profile college job opens. Whether it’s Indiana, Kentucky, or even the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA, rumors always seem to follow him. But time and time again, Stevens has remained committed to the Celtics organization.
For Indiana, the coaching search continues. With current head coach Mike Woodson stepping down at the end of the season , the Hoosiers will need to look elsewhere for their next leader. As for Brad Stevens? He’s focused on one thing—helping Boston chase another NBA championship.
So, if you were holding out hope for Stevens to return to his Hoosier roots, it’s time to move on. He’s made his decision, and it’s clear he’s not looking back.
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