Nia Long

2022 - 9 - 22

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Who is Nia Long? Ime Udoka's fiance comes to the fore amid ... (The Sportsrush)

Ime Udoka, the Boston Celtics head coach is amidst a deeply heated front-office scandal. It will affect Nia Long the most, his wife.

When the pair met, Udoka was a player for the Sacramento Kings and Nia Long was in Boston for a movie shoot. Nia Long is a Hollywood actress, who has starred in films such as Boyz n The Hood, Soul Food, and The Best Man. Who is Nia Long? A lengthy suspension is likely and the Celtics might even crumble under the pressure. Discussions are ongoing within the Celtics on a final determination. The Boston Celtics had a tremendous run to the NBA Finals last year.

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Nia Long posts about “enlightenment” amid Ime Udoka suspension ... (HITC)

Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka is reportedly facing disciplinary suspension, according to an ESPN report on Wednesday.

And there’s a reason for that because I don’t know that I need to say ‘I do’ to prove to you that I love you. But also, what does marriage really [mean] that you own me now and I own you? That is beautiful and it’s fantastical and it’s dreamy and it’s every girl’s fantasy to have that moment. I don’t get that part.” “I understand the religious aspect of marriage. Long has another son called Massai from a previous relationship.

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Twitter is absolutely flabbergasted at Celtics' Ime Udoka cheating on ... (ClutchPoints)

Twitter absolutely could not believe that former NBA player and Celtics head coach Ime Udoka was cheating on his wife Nia Long.

And Twitter is not going to tolerate the fact that he cheated on Nia Long. The NBA is not going to tolerate Udoka’s actions with a Celtics staffer. Twitter really didn’t hold back when it came to the Ime Udoka news. Not the best finish to a year. if it’s one thing a man will find, it’s the audacity. [September 22, 2022]

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Celtics Coach Ime Udoka 'Improper Relationship'; Actress Nia Long ... (Sports Illustrated)

Celtics coach Odoka is accused of having "an improper intimate and consensual relationship with a female member of the team staff.

[Shams Charania](https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1572810579105939457) then report more specifically that the issue is about Odoka having "an improper intimate and consensual relationship with a female member of the team staff." [Robert Sarver's piggish behavior in charge of the Phoenix Suns](https://www.si.com/nba/mavericks/news/phoenix-pig-suns-for-sale-via-offensive-owner-robert-sarver-selfish-explanation-lebron-james-chris-paul), a controversy that has him now being nudged into selling the team. Watching Luka Doncic play for the Slovenian national team the last few summers has been a treat for Dallas Mavericks fans. [Cowboys / Mavs / Fish on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/FishSports) [FishSports on Twitter](https://twitter.com/fishsports) [Cuban's overseeing of "improper conduct among employees in the Dallas Mavericks front office'](https://www.si.com/nba/mavericks/news/another-mark-cuban-clean-up-everything-fine-luka-doncic-dallas-mavs-news)' that led to him donating (rather than being fined) $10 million to domestic-violence organizations.

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How long has Nia Long been engaged? (HITC)

After one year of dating, the Fatal Affair actress and former Basketball player welcomed their first son Kez Udoka. In 2015, Nia Long and Ime Udoka got engaged ...

That is beautiful and it’s fantastical and it’s dreamy and it’s every girl’s fantasy to have that moment. And there’s a reason for that because I don’t know that I need to say ‘I do’ to prove to you that I love you. that you own me now and I own you?

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J. Cole Trends On Twitter Thanks To Ime Udoka-Nia Long Cheating ... (HipHopDX)

J. Cole woke up to his name trending on social media for an unexpected reason thanks to lyrics from his 2014 hit 'No Role Modelz' crushing on actress Nia ...

When you’re ready, I’m here for you to reach out, you deserve better than entanglements. You are still not too young for Nia Long “My only regret, too young for Nia Long” or something like that? Cole, today could be the day you have no regrets. In April, the track became the longest-charting entry on the U.S. Celtics Assistant Coach Joe Mazzulla is expected to take the reins in the interim ahead of the team’s training camp next week. Cole himself has yet to publicly react to the scandal, but as a huge hoops fan, he may well have heard the news. Check out more reactions to the Ime Udoka-Nia Long story below. suddenly his dream women all have problems in their relationships…sus to me.” Jada cheated, Lisa left Jason, and Udoka cheated on Nia. As news of the cheating scandal quickly circulated online, J. [September 22, 2022]

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Actress Nia Long seemingly responds amid Ime Udoka affair scandal (pennlive.com)

Actress Nia Long is never in the news for anything negative and the one time she is, it's because of a cheating scandal involving her longtime partner, ...

[Celtics consider suspending head coach Ime Udoka over relationship with staffer: reports](https://www.pennlive.com/sports/2022/09/celtics-consider-suspending-head-coach-ime-udoka-over-relationship-with-staffer-reports.html) [Khloe Kardashian tearfully announces Baby no. 9 by [the healing and wellness-based account Omology](https://www.instagram.com/omology_/?hl=en), features sunlight hitting trees in a lush forest with an accompanying message that focuses on finding light after “darkness.” “When you see people change their whole life and start walking down a path of enlightenment, hugging trees, connecting with nature, loving themselves, embracing positivity, letting that light shine, understand one thing: that light that you see, understand one thing about that light: they had to go into the darkness to get it. [New York Post](https://nypost.com/2022/09/22/nia-longs-instagram-features-cryptic-clip-amid-ime-udoka-scandal/). [New York Post](https://nypost.com/2022/09/22/nia-longs-instagram-features-cryptic-clip-amid-ime-udoka-scandal/), the [video](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CiTnVZFDHJs/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=938b8305-7c1f-40e5-88e8-423db6edbccb) which was originally shared on Sept. [Celtics Coach Ime Udoka](https://www.pennlive.com/sports/2022/09/celtics-consider-suspending-head-coach-ime-udoka-over-relationship-with-staffer-reports.html).

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Twitter throws its full support behind Nia Long over alleged Ime ... (New York Post)

As news broke Wednesday that Celtics coach Ime Udoka had allegedly engaged in a reltationship with a female staffer, many took to Twitter to air their ...

The Athletic’s Shams Charania [also reported](https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1572810579105939457) that the “improper intimate and consensual relationship” has been regarded as “a violation of franchise’s code of conduct.” Some Twitter users looked to [the six-game series versus the Warriors](https://nypost.com/2022/06/16/warriors-topple-celtics-in-game-6-to-win-2022-nba-finals/) when weighing in on current events. [is said to be mulling a potential resignation](https://nypost.com/2022/09/22/ime-udoka-considering-resigning-in-wake-of-celtics-scandal/), sources [told Sports Illustrated](https://twitter.com/SIChrisMannix/status/1572975729868181504) on Thursday.

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Who Is Ime Udoka? 5 Things On Nia Long's Fiance & NBA Coach (Hollywood Life)

Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka allegedly had an affair with a staff member and may be suspended from the NBA. Learn more about Ime here.

After leaving the Spurs in 2019, Ime scored jobs as assistant coach for the Philadelphia 76ers and then for the Brooklyn Nets. Ime and Nia were set up on a date by a mutual friend in February 2010 in Boston. Ime joined the Spurs as an assistant coach in August 2012. [Nia Long’](https://hollywoodlife.com/celeb/nia-long/)s fiancé Ime Udoka, 45, is in jeopardy of temporarily losing his job as head coach of the Boston Celtics. Ime allegedly had an “improper intimate and consensual relationship” with a female staff member on the Celtics, according to The Athletic reporter [Shams Charania](https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1572810579105939457). He was called up to play with the

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Nia Long, Ime Udoka Hadn't Planned Wedding Before Scandal ... (Us Weekly)

Nia Long got engaged to former NBA star Ime Udoka in 2015 after five years together — relationship timeline.

[Udoka was reportedly accused of “improper” conduct](https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/nia-longs-fiance-ime-udoka-facing-suspension-from-nba-report/). [not needing to get married to feel fulfilled](https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/pictures/mark-ruffalo-ryan-gosling-male-celebrities-proud-feminists/) in her personal life. [walked down the aisle](https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/pictures/celebrity-couples-who-took-a-break-before-getting-married/), Udoka and the Boyz n the Hood star have been each other’s biggest supporters. When the Oregon native was [named head coach of the Boston Celtics](https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/pictures/im-dating-an-athlete-20092610/) in 2021, Long said she would “never forget” the special moment. It was the best moment and the sweetest surprise ever,” she gushed. When the actress learned she was expecting, she couldn’t contain her excitement.

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Nia Long Speaks Out amid Fiancé Ime Udoka's Alleged Affair ... (Yahoo Entertainment)

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 17: Actress Nia Long (L) and her Husband Ime Udoka (R) attend the BET's 2017 American Black Film Festival Honors Awards at The ...

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Nia Long breaks her silence on her Boston Celtics coach fiance's ... (Daily Mail)

Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka's longtime fiancé Nia Long was reportedly blindsided by his reported affair with a female member of the team's staff.

She is well known for keeping clear of scandal, and only ever appearing in the press for her acting roles or activism She also has another son from a previous relationship. Nia Long with fiance Ime Udoka in 2017. American sweetheart: Long shot to fame in roles like Lisa Wilkes in the Fresh Prince of Bel Air and Brandi in Boyz In The Hood. - She also starred in Boyz In The Hood, Soul Food and Big Momma's House, and is a civil rights activist - Long became a household name and American treasure as Lisa Wilkes in the Fresh Prince of Bel Air

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Nia Long issues statement following Ime Udoka suspension (Boston.com)

Actress Nia Long made a statement following the suspension of longtime partner Ime Udoka for an alleged affair with a Celtics staffer.

“I am sorry for putting the team in this difficult situation, and I accept the team’s decision. On May 30, Long shared a video of her celebrating as Udoka and the Celtics advanced to the NBA Finals. [Essence’s “Yes Girl” podcast](https://www.essence.com/love/nia-long-on-marriage/). [According to The Boston Globe](https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/12/18/sports/ime-udoka-boston-celtics/), Long and Udoka talked in a hotel lobby until 1 a.m., then went to dinner the next night at an Italian restaurant in the North End. “The outpouring [of] love and support from family, friends and the community during this difficult time means so much to me,” Long said. At the time, Long was filming a pilot for NBC, and Udoka, then a player with the Sacramento Kings, was playing the Celtics.

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Nia Long Speaks Out After Fiancé Ime Udoka's NBA Suspension ... (HuffPost)

Long has received an outpouring of love online — including an effusive statement of support from Rep. Jamaal Bowman.

From classic comedies like “Friday” to [admirable charity work](https://beatmalaria.org/blog/actress-nia-long-takes-a-stand-for-healthy-safe-chi/), she’s widely beloved — including on Twitter. [led the Celtics to the NBA Finals during his first season as head coach](https://www.huffpost.com/entry/nia-long-dancing-ime-udoka-boston-celtics-nba-finals_n_62961c84e4b0415d4d8a3a78), certainly has his supporters. [Nia Long](https://www.huffpost.com/topic/nia-long). However, [two people with knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press](https://apnews.com/article/boston-celtics-nba-sports-basketball-ime-udoka-0f04a614b82c497346a423d9da036521) he had been having an inappropriate relationship with a female staffer. News in a statement](https://www.eonline.com/news/1347650/nia-long-speaks-out-after-fiance-ime-udoka-is-suspended-from-celtics). “I am sorry for putting the team in this difficult position, and I accept the team’s decision.”

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Nia Long on fiancé Ime Udoka's 'difficult' alleged affair, Celtics ... (Page Six)

The Boston Celtics announced Thursday that Udoka would be suspended from his role as the NBA team's head coach for “violations of team policies” that reportedly ...

“I want to apologize to our players, fans, the entire Celtics organization, and my family for letting them down. 12 Above all, I am a mother and will continue to focus on my children.”

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Nia Long thankful for support, privacy amid Boston Celtics' Ime ... (Celtics Wire)

In the wake of the investigation and season-long suspension of Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka, his long-time partner Nia Long has broken her silence on ...

[https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi](https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi) In a statement [made](https://www.eonline.com/news/1347650/nia-long-speaks-out-after-fiance-ime-udoka-is-suspended-from-celtics) by her representative Shannon Barr, Long thanked her fans for their support and discretion in this difficult moment. [ https://apple.co/3zBKQY6](https://apple.co/3zBKQY6) Long, an award-winning television and film actress, has been dating Udoka for more than a decade, and the two were engaged in 2015. I ask that my privacy be respected as I process the recent events. [ongoing](https://www.tmz.com/2022/09/23/celtics-coach-ime-udoka-nia-long-blindside-affair-moved-family-boston/) investigation into Udoka.

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Nia Long breaks her silence amid Ime Udoka's cheating scandal (REVOLT TV)

As the story continues to unfold around the Nia Long and Ime Udoka controversy, the actress has broken her silence.

[welcomed their son](https://www.revolt.tv/article/2022-05-19/169867/rihanna-and-asap-rocky-welcome-their-first-child-a-baby-boy/) Kez Sunday Udoka into the world. [](https://www.revolt.tv/article/2022-09-23/212047/celtics-suspend-ime-udoka-for-unwanted-comments-to-female-staffer/) [View More](https://www.revolt.tv/category/news/) Fans on Twitter were furious with Udoka, noting that Long has “never been in the news for anything but her work,” but is now tied to According to TMZ, Long was left in the dark about the affair. I am sorry for putting the team in this Out of respect for everyone involved, I will have no further comment,” he said. REVOLT previously reported that the Boston Celtics coach was recently outed for having a workplace affair with a female staffer. “The outpouring of love and support from family, friends and the community during this difficult time means so much to me,” Long said in a statement to the outlet today (Sept. “I want to apologize to our players, fans, the entire Celtics organization, and my family for letting them down. In an exclusive with People, Long described the situation as a “difficult time.” She added, “I ask that my privacy be respected as I 22) asking for privacy during this time.

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Nia Long Speaks Out After Fiancé Ime Udoka Is Suspended From ... (E! Online)

Nia Long broke her silence after her fiancé, Ime Udoka, was suspended for the 2022-2023 season as head coach of the Boston Celtics for violating team ...

[violations of team policies](https://www.eonline.com/news/1347616/nia-longs-fiance-ime-udoka-speaks-out-after-being-suspended-as-boston-celtics-coach)" in a Sept. "I am sorry for putting the team in this difficult situation, and I accept the team's decision." [issued an apology and took accountability for his actions](https://www.eonline.com/news/1347616/nia-longs-fiance-ime-udoka-speaks-out-after-being-suspended-as-boston-celtics-coach). "I want to apologize to our players, fans, the entire Celtics organization, and my family for letting them down," he said in a statement to ESPN reporter Malika Andrews Sept. "The "The outpouring of love and support from family, friends and the community during this difficult time means so much to me," she said in a statement to E!

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New York Rep Jamaal Bowman tweeted about Nia Long and people ... (The Independent)

Representative Jamaal Bowman came to the the defence of Nia Long after reports circulated about her partner, Boston Celtics coach Ume Udoka, ...

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