Brad Stevens’s soccer investment, Malcolm Brogdon’s status, and other Celtics nuggets

“It’s cool to be kind of on that ground floor,” Stevens said. “We’re very small with regard to our own investor status, but we’re certainly thrilled to help in any way, whether it’s the board as they’re building up a soccer operations group, or looking at recruiting coaches or players down the road.

“Whatever the case may be, we want to help in whatever way we can.”

Controlling partner Jennifer Epstein, the daughter of Celtics minority owner Bob Epstein, reached out to Brad and Tracy about having a role with the club. Brad’s responsibilities with the Celtics will likely minimize his connection to the soccer team, but he said Tracy will be more hands-on.

“I’m just here if they need me to show up at something,…