So Long, Crustaceans: Maine Red Claws Officially Changing Their Name

The Celtics G League affiliate will go by a new name next season

The Boston Celtics’ NBA G League affiliate will look much different next season.

The Maine Red Claws on Monday morning announced they will rebrand as the Maine Celtics. The name change was announced during a press event that included a launch video narrated by Celtics play-by-play voice Mike Gorman.

Take a look:

And here’s a closer look at the new logo and colors:

The organization did not detail the future of their mascot, Crusher, but here’s hoping he survives.

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As for the Boston Celtics, they lost their NBA playoff opener to the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday. Game 2 is scheduled for Tuesday night.