Joe Mazzulla gives candid response to Pat Riley trash talk after Celtics rout Lakers
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Key Points:
- Former Lakers coach Pat Riley was honored with a statue outside Crypto.com Center before a Lakers-Celtics game, where he expressed strong disdain for Boston during his speech.
- Despite Riley's call to "kick some Boston ass," the Celtics dominated the game, winning 111-89 in front of Riley and Lakers legends.
- Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla welcomed Riley's remarks as motivation but emphasized the importance of intrinsic focus, especially with upcoming games.
- Boston is on a hot streak, winning eight of their last nine games, including seven by double digits, and aims to continue this momentum on their road trip.
- Mazzulla stressed the team's need to stay disciplined and focused regardless of results, highlighting the importance of consistent
