As Brad Stevens and company narrow down their list of top candidates to interview for the vacant head coach position, pinpointing the type of candidate and coach you want to lead your franchise is crucial.

For these potential candidates to replace Stevens, three preferences have become clear in Boston’s search: hire a coach who can relate to players, has playing experience, and is a person of color. Co/89MABVhryU

– The Celtics Wire June 14, 2021

For their list of potential candidates, the Celtics have already requested permission to interview Clippers assistant Chauncey Billups.

This post originally appeared on Celtics Wire.