Boston names Gotham team President

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04/19/2007 - Boston, MA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Boston Celtics promoted Rich Gotham to team President on Wednesday, a position most recently held by legendary coach Arnold "Red" Auerbach, who passed away in October.

Gotham was promoted from Chief Operating Officer and, according to a team news release, will be responsible for all aspects of the Celtics business operations. He will report to team CEO and managing partner Wyc Grousbeck.

"Under Rich's guidance, the Boston Celtics organization has achieved great success in growing our business," said Grousbeck. "This promotion recognizes Rich's leadership in organizing and driving our business efforts and his commitment to excellence in all of the Celtics' off-court charitable and community activities. I am very pleased that Rich will continue to lead the organization into the future."

Gotham will also continue his involvement with community outreach and fundraising programs for the Celtics, as well as other charitable endeavors.

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