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Luka Garza’s Bench Surge Lifts Celtics to Fourth Straight Win in Memphis

Expanded minutes during Nikola Vučević’s finger injury have showcased a high-impact fit built on screening, offensive boards, floor spacing.

Overview

  • The Celtics reserve center posted 22 points on 9-of-12 shooting with seven rebounds, including five offensive, in a 117–112 victory over the Grizzlies.
  • His role has grown during Vučević’s absence with a right finger fracture, and he has averaged 10.3 points on 60.5% shooting over the past seven games.
  • Season production sits at roughly 7.6 points and 3.9 rebounds in 60 games with 57.6% from the field and 43.3% from three.
  • Garza ranks second on Boston with 141 screen assists generating 323 points and has emerged as a reliable presence on the glass and in space.
  • Derrick White labeled him an ultimate competitor, and coach Joe Mazzulla praised his two-way work, citing elite screening and toughness through contact.