In the high-pressure world of the NBA, data is a critical asset for teams striving for a competitive edge. The Boston Celtics, one of the most storied franchises in the NBA, have embraced this reality by modernizing their Amazon Web Services (AWS) analytics infrastructure. This case study reveals how the Celtics have harnessed the power of the cloud to revolutionize their data collection, processing, and analysis, enabling near real-time, data-driven decision-making.
Faced with challenges related to on-premises computing, slow data processing and the need for improved operational efficiency, the Boston Celtics needed an AWS partner that would help streamline data collection, analysis and delivery to coaches and basketball operations analysts, and further modernize sports analytics. By migrating to the AWS Cloud and leveraging Mission Cloud’s expertise, the Celtics achieved significant improvements in performance, reduced costs, and enhanced operational efficiency.
The multi-stage approach included a “lift and shift” migration, re-platforming and optimization, automation and modernization. The results were impressive, with data processing time reduced by over 75%, operational expenses significantly reduced, and resiliency and performance improved. Mission Cloud’s support enabled the Celtics to focus on their core strengths while benefiting from a robust and scalable cloud infrastructure.