Neemias Queta News, Rumors, Updates - Boston Celtics

Available Saturday Queta (rest) is available for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Queta didn't play against the Cavaliers on Thursday, but there's no indication that he won't be available for Saturday's game. Mitchell Robinson (rest) is starting at center, so Queta will come off the bench against Philadelphia.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Neemias Queta on adding to his game & Mazzulla's message: 'Beginning of the iceberg' Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta discusses Joe Mazzulla’s motivational message this offseason and the new layers he's adding to his game.

2 DAYS AGO • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

It took Luka Garza five minutes to prove Celtics' airtight big man depth The duo of Neemias Queta and Mitchell Robinson has overshadowed Luka Garza, who is still a dependable option for the Boston Celtics!

4 DAYS AGO • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Not in line to play Queta (rest) isn't in line to play Thursday against Cleveland, Zack Cox of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Boston seems to be holding out their expected starters for this exhibition. Luka Garza is getting a chance to start at center for the Celtics on Thursday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

76ers' latest brutal injury news hands Celtics a massive interior advantage With Ariel Hukporti out, the 76ers' frontcourt is critically exposed. Here is how Neemias Queta and Mitchell Robinson give the Celtics a hug...

5 DAYS AGO • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Continuing offensive development Queta has looked much improved on the offensive end to open camp, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Coach Joe Mazzulla has been impressed by the strides that the big man has taken over the summer, noting that Queta has looked comfortable on the offensive end. "Just making plays. Whether he's in the seam, catching it in the paint versus a small, or just when he has the ball in his hands, something happening and not just getting rid of it because we want something else to go to," said Mazzulla. "So I think just the comfort level of when he has the ball in his hands, making the right play. That's something that I've seen him work on, something we worked on together in Portugal, and something that he's been confident in." Queta has a major opportunity in front of him, as he's in a battle with Mitchell Robinson for the starting job at center with the 2026-27 season looming.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Amari Williams could get the same FIBA bump that Neemias Queta did FIBA helped Celtics center Neemias Queta evolve into a top-10 player at his position. Amari Williams's experience there could help him tap i...

OCTOBER 1 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Joe Mazzulla's vision for Neemias Queta would be a dream for Celtics' offense At the Celtics' training camp, Joe Mazzulla detailed how Neemias Queta is building on his breakout season. A top-10 center is becoming more...

OCTOBER 1 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Neemias Queta is focused on the key to unlocking the next phase in his ascent After evolving into a top-10 center last regular season, at Celtics Media Day, Neemias Queta shared how he plans to build on his breakout se...

SEPTEMBER 29 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Mitchell Robinson's comments on starting makes Celtics' choice even easier At Celtics media day, Mitchell Robinson shared his outlook on being Boston's starting center. His answer adds to why that role should go to...

SEPTEMBER 28 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

HoopsHype's latest NBA center list ridiculously disrespects Neemias Queta HoopsHype left Neemias Queta off its list of the top 27 NBA centers entirely, ignoring a breakout year where he proved to be a top-tier defe...

SEPTEMBER 27 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Celtics found their ultimate defensive anchor in Neemias Queta Neemias Queta’s explosive leap into drop coverage dominance places him alongside NBA elites. Now, the Boston Celtics center is primed for a...

SEPTEMBER 21 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

How Neemias Queta is redefining floor spacing for the Celtics without shooting 3s Neemias Queta led the NBA in off-ball screens per 100 possessions, proving how non-shooters create crucial floor spacing in Joe Mazzulla's C...

SEPTEMBER 19 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Neemias Queta gets candid on Celtics trading Jaylen Brown Neemias Queta opens up about the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown to the 76ers.

SEPTEMBER 19 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Neemias Queta sends strong message on new Celtics teammate Mitchell Robinson Neemias Queta is ready to welcome former New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson to the Boston Celtics with open arms.

SEPTEMBER 18 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Paul George understands sentiments after trade, says he's ready to prove himself with Celtics

Paul George is embracing his new role with the Boston Celtics after being traded from Philadelphia

SEPTEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Why the Boston Celtics Will Be the NBA's Best Rebounding Team This Season The Boston Celtics have a chance to be one of the best rebounding teams in the league. The addition of Mitchell Robinson, along with the gro...

SEPTEMBER 14 • SI.COM

Overcomes injury scare Queta (ankle) registered 20 points (8-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal and four blocks in 30 minutes during Portugal's 98-90 loss to Georgia in Monday...

Impact Queta turned his ankle and couldn't finish Friday's exhibition against Spain, so his presence on the floor Monday was encouraging. The big man, who's lined up to share the center minutes with Mitchell Robinson in 2026-27, should be a full participant for training camp with the Celtics later this fall.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics at FIBA: Neemias Queta shines brightest among Boston's international talent Celtics FIBA roundup: Neemias Queta stars after an ankle scare, Hugo Gonzalez features in a Spain-Greece classic, Luka Garza shines for Bosn...

SEPTEMBER 1 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Effective for Portugal Queta recorded 16 points (5-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and two steals in 25 minutes during Portugal's 95-89 win over Spain in Friday's FIBA World Cup qualif...

Impact The 27-year-old enjoyed a breakout 2025-26 campaign for Boston, averaging 10.2 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.3 blocks while starting 75 of his 76 regular-season appearances, earning a four-year, $56 million contract this offseason. The addition of Mitchell Robinson creates competition at center, but Queta should remain a significant part of Boston's rotation and could retain the starting job.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics center Neemias Queta outshines Hugo Gonzalez as FIBA dominance continues Neemias Queta led Portugal to a huge World Cup qualifier win over Celtics teammate Hugo Gonzalez and Spain in another stellar display at FIB...

AUGUST 29 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Three young Celtics core players set to take over FIBA World Cup qualifiers Hugo González, Luka Garza, and Neemias Queta are stepping into massive international roles before Celtics training camp.

AUGUST 27 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Neemias Queta could quickly make Celtics' Mitchell Robinson move uncomfortable The Boston Celtics have made clear commitments to Neemias Queta and Mitchell Robinson as their centers of the future. Queta signed a four-ye...

AUGUST 22 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Could take offensive leap in 2026-27 Queta could take an offensive leap in the 2026-27 campaign after averaging a career-high 10.2 points per game last season, Jack Simone of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Impact With Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford out of the picture, Queta was a regular in the starting five last season. The big man appeared in 76 regular-season games (75 starts), averaging 10.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.3 blocks and 0.8 steals in 25.3 minutes per tilt. While he averaged a career-high mark in scoring and took a significant jump on the defensive end, there's still plenty of room for Queta to improve offensively. Jaylen Brown was traded to the 76ers in exchange for Paul George this offseason, so there should be more shot attempts up for grabs. Additionally, Jayson Tatum is expected to start the season at full health after missing most of the 2025-26 regular season while recovering from a torn Achilles. Tatum's ability to get his teammates involved could be key to unlocking Queta's full offensive potential. The Celtics also lost Nikola Vucevic to free agency while landing Mitchell Robinson, who represents an upgrade defensively but a downgrade on the offensive end. Queta figures to handle a starting role once again and will look to grow his offensive game while providing Boston with efficient scoring around the rim.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Neemias Queta sends Celtics fans the exact message they're hoping to hear Celtics center Neemias Queta expects the team to be competitive this season.

AUGUST 20 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

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