Luka Garza News, Rumors, Updates - Boston Celtics

Luka Garza has made an extremely convincing case that the Celtics can't ignore The Celtics have had question marks at the center position all season long, but Luka Garza is making a case that's becoming harder and harde...

49 MINS AGO • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Near double-double in spot start Garza posted 20 points (8-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one block over 28 minutes during Boston's 112-102 loss to Atlanta on Monday.

Impact Garza made his fifth start of the season (and first since Feb. 8 against New York) due to the absence of Neemias Queta (thumb). Garza helped keep things close in the first half with 13 points (eight in the opening quarter) and finished as the Celtics' second-leading scorer behind Jaylen Brown (29 points). It was also Garza's second 20-plus-point game with Boston. He will likely revert to the bench for Wednesday's contest against the Heat, assuming Queta is cleared to return. Garza has averaged 17.7 minutes per game since March 1, with most of that time coinciding with the absence of Nikola Vucevic (finger).

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Boston Celtics fall to Atlanta Hawks 112-102 in second night of back to back on the road

10 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

Hawks surge past the Celtics 112-102, riding a big third quarter and a 13th straight home win

Onyeka Okongwu and Jalen Johnson each notched double-doubles as the Hawks won their 13th consecutive game at home with a 112-102 defeat of the Celtics

10 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Tatum ruled out, Brown returns to lineup for Celtics vs Hawks

The Celtics make changes to their lineup on Monday, as Jaylen Brown returns to the court and Jayson Tatum sits

13 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Joining first unit Garza is starting Monday's game against the Hawks, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Neemias Quete (thumb) has been ruled out for Monday's clash, which opens the door for Garza to make fifth start of the 2025-26 campaign. His last start dates back to Feb. 8 against New York, when he recorded six points and three rebounds in 15 minutes.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vucevic injury has sent an unintended positive message to the Celtics Despite concerns surrounding Nikola Vucevic, Luka Garza is again proving the Celtics have another reliable option on board.

6 DAYS AGO • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Luka Garza's lessons from past experiences are fueling his success with Celtics Luka Garza's lessons with the Minnesota Timberwolves and the blueprint he received there are helping him star in his role with the Boston Ce...

MARCH 24 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Chris Finch explains obvious reason the Timberwolves couldn't keep Luka Garza Luka Garza's former coach from his time with the TImberwolves, Chris Finch, had nothing but praise for the Celtics center on Sunday.

MARCH 23 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Luka Garza keeps proving why he belongs in Celtics' rotation Luka Garza had a big game on Friday night against the Grizzlies, continuing to prove he belongs in the rotation regardless of who's healthy.

MARCH 21 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Scores season-high 22 points Garza provided 22 points (9-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal across 27 minutes during Friday's 117-112 victory over the Grizzlies.

Impact Despite coming off the bench, Garza was one of the most productive players for the Celtics in this tight win and ended up delivering a new season-high mark in scoring. Don't expect the big man to suddenly become a reliable scoring weapon for Boston, let alone a player you should target in fantasy ahead of the playoffs. This was likely a one-off performance for the big man, who has scored at least 15 points in just nine of his 60 appearances in 2025-26. Garza was averaging just 8.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game in March before this 22-point explosion.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Brown has 30 points as Celtics rally to defeat Grizzlies 117-112

Jaylen Brown scored 30 points, Luka Garza added a season-high 22 points and the Boston Celtics used a fourth-quarter rally to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 117-112

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

Queta's Career Night Ignites Rare Dominance of the Paint for Celtics

MARCH 15 • YOUTUBE

Drops 15 points in win Garza amassed 15 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and three assists in 15 minutes during Saturday's 111-100 win over the Wizards.

Impact Garza was productive off the bench, scoring 15 points, falling just one point short of his season high. With Nikola Vucevic (finger) on the sidelines, Garza has cemented himself as the primary backup behind Neemias Queta. While this was an encouraging performance, as a player outside the top 280 in seven games over the past two weeks, his value is limited to those in deeper formats.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum scores 20 points in 32 minutes, Celtics hand Wizards 11th straight loss 111-100

Neemias Queta had 24 points and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics withstood a late charge to beat Washington 111-100 and send the Wizards to their 11th straight loss

MARCH 15 • Associated Press

Luka Garza thriving in new opportunity may create Celtics controversy Luka Garza has been re-inserted into the Celtics rotation and has proven his worth. If it continues with Nikola Vucevic on the shelf, it cou...

MARCH 10 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Adds 10 points in win Garza contributed 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-6 3Pt), three rebounds, two blocks and one assist over 18 minutes during Friday's 120-100 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Garza saw at least 15 minutes of action for a third consecutive contest due to Nikola Vucevic suffering a fractured finger in the opening quarter. Garza turned in a solid outing on the offensive end, scoring in double figures for the first time since Feb. 4. He also chipped in at least two blocks for just the third time this season. Vucevic is expected to miss at least one month with the finger injury, so Garza is likely to operate as Neemias Queta's primary backup for the time being.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 10 boards Monday Garza racked up seven points (3-6 FG, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist across 20 minutes during Monday's 108-81 win over the Bucks.

Impact Garza saw meaningful minutes, with Neemias Queta given the night off for rest purposes. Although Garza had been trending up prior to the trade deadline, the acquisition of Nikola Vucevic put an end to any fantasy upside he might have had. For now, he should be looked at as nothing more than a schedule-based streaming consideration.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Muted role continues Garza contributed three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and three rebounds in four minutes during Tuesday's 97-81 win over the Suns.

Impact Garza continues to play third-fiddle following the acquisition of Nikola Vucevic prior to the trade deadline, playing limited minutes behind both Vucevic and Neemias Queta. In four games over the past two weeks, Garza has averaged just 1.5 points and 1.0 rebounds in 3.6 minutes per contest, leaving him well and truly off the fantasy radar.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Garza will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Garza started the past three games for the Celtics, but head coach Joe Mazzulla will switch things up for Wednesday's match. As a reserve this season, Garza owns averages of 8.1 points and 4.4 rebounds per contest.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics Star Shares Hilarious Fan Interaction Story - NESN.com This is Luka Garza’s first season with the Boston Celtics, and it’s definitely been an adjustment for him. While he was born and raised in W...

FEBRUARY 10 • NESN.COM

Derrick White's 28 points power Celtics to 114-93 win over Rockets

Derrick White made six 3-pointers and scored 28 points and the Boston Celtics used a big third quarter to build the lead and cruise to a 114-93 win over the Houston Rockets

FEBRUARY 5 • Associated Press

Starting Wednesday Garza is in the Celtics' starting lineup against the Rockets on Wednesday, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact With Nikola Vucevic (recently traded) yet to make his Celtics debut and Jaylen Brown (hamstring) and Sam Hauser (thumb) both sidelined, Garza will make his second start of the season Wednesday, when he'll form a frontcourt with Neemias Queta. Garza has logged double-digit points in three of his last four outings, and over that span he has averaged 10.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.3 threes and 0.8 steals over 18.3 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high four triples Garza registered 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-4 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 20 minutes during Tuesday's 110-100 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Garza connected on a season-high four three-pointers, helping the Celtics to a relatively comfortable win. While Garza has been able to carve out a somewhat consistent role as the backup center, Tuesday's acquisition of Nikola Vucevic from the Bulls could signal an end to that. Those holding Garza in deeper formats will want to keep a close eye on the rotation once Vucevic lands in Boston.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Brown leads Celtics over Mavs 110-100 despite Flagg's latest record for teenager

Jaylen Brown had 33 points and 11 rebounds, and the Boston Celtics beat Dallas 110-100, overcoming another stellar showing from Cooper Flagg and handing the Mavericks their season-...

FEBRUARY 4 • Associated Press

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