NBA Eastern NBA Cup, the Celtics lost to the Nets 105-113. After the game, Mazzula was interviewed.

Talking about Anfernee Simons' performance, Mazzula said: "I think he played very well tonight and fully deserves the time he will stay on the court."

In this campaign, Celtics guard Anfernee Simons made 10 of 16 shots in 33 minutes, 2 of 6 three-pointers, 1 of 1 free throw, 23 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals, and 4 turnovers, with a plus-minus value of -10.