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.