Overview
- Queta seized the starting center job after Boston’s frontcourt turnover, even receiving a rest night this week that underscored his elevated role.
- Through 57 games he is averaging 10.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 1.3 blocks on 64.5% shooting, already surpassing his combined totals from his first four seasons.
- Boston’s defense tightens with him on the floor, posting a 109.9 defensive rating versus 115.0 when he sits, with opponents finishing 61.6% at the rim when he plays compared with 68.0% when he does not.
- His paint offense drives efficiency with 74.3% shooting in the restricted area, 96 dunks, top-five screen assists per game, and strong offensive rebounding that helps fuel the NBA’s No. 3 second-chance scoring rate.
- After a 27-point, 17-rebound, three-block outing against the 76ers, the 41–20 Celtics are listed by Caesars as Eastern Conference favorites at +260 to reach the Finals.