Neemias Queta Stands Tall Against Gobert as Celtics Fall Short.
In a night that showcased his growth and prowess, Neemias Queta delivered a career-high 19 points and 18 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics in their loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. This outing marked a significant milestone for the center, who had been expected to be one of the team's weaker starters at the beginning of the season.
Queta faced off against none other than four-time NBA defensive player of the year Rudy Gobert, but his performance didn't faze him. The 19 points and 18 rebounds were a testament to Queta's hard work and dedication to improving his game. His ability to clean up misses on the offensive boards and create second-chance opportunities is invaluable to Boston's scoring success.
Coach Joe Mazzulla attributed Queta's growth to his increasing confidence, saying, "He's getting better, he's giving us a shot." The coach also highlighted the difference Queta makes on both ends of the court. Although the Celtics ultimately fell short, this outing was a positive sign for fans and a reminder that Queta is capable of being a game-changer.
In recent weeks, Queta has shown significant improvement, logging double-doubles in four games and two in the last eight days. His presence near the rim has become crucial to Boston's offense, and his increase in minutes could be a silver lining for the team as they navigate a challenging season.
Despite Queta's impressive performance, the Celtics still have some work to do. They face another tough matchup on Sunday against the Cavaliers.
In a night that showcased his growth and prowess, Neemias Queta delivered a career-high 19 points and 18 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics in their loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. This outing marked a significant milestone for the center, who had been expected to be one of the team's weaker starters at the beginning of the season.
Queta faced off against none other than four-time NBA defensive player of the year Rudy Gobert, but his performance didn't faze him. The 19 points and 18 rebounds were a testament to Queta's hard work and dedication to improving his game. His ability to clean up misses on the offensive boards and create second-chance opportunities is invaluable to Boston's scoring success.
Coach Joe Mazzulla attributed Queta's growth to his increasing confidence, saying, "He's getting better, he's giving us a shot." The coach also highlighted the difference Queta makes on both ends of the court. Although the Celtics ultimately fell short, this outing was a positive sign for fans and a reminder that Queta is capable of being a game-changer.
In recent weeks, Queta has shown significant improvement, logging double-doubles in four games and two in the last eight days. His presence near the rim has become crucial to Boston's offense, and his increase in minutes could be a silver lining for the team as they navigate a challenging season.
Despite Queta's impressive performance, the Celtics still have some work to do. They face another tough matchup on Sunday against the Cavaliers.
. He's showing that all the hard work has paid off and his confidence is shining through.
. His ability to create second-chance opportunities is huge for Boston's offense, and his defense is looking solid too 
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. Fans should be excited to see him continue to grow and contribute to the team's success 
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and honestly i was on edge during that game last nite watching how he'd perform against the defending champ 
but like he proved everyone wrong AGAIN (i mean who needs a 19 point 18 rebound night when u can just casually dunk all day 
) anyway idk about the rest of the season but as long as queta's getting minutes and putting up stats im good 
btw did i tell u my bff's lil bro plays for the cavs? 
I'm loving what we're seeing from Neemias Queta this season! He's been quietly building his confidence and it's awesome to see him step up when it matters most. That 19 points and 18 rebounds game against the Timberwolves was a big deal, and I think we can expect even more from him moving forward. The fact that he's cleaning up misses on the offensive boards is such a valuable skill - it's like he's getting a second chance to make an impact 
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gotta respect how hard he's worked for his craft. coach mazzulla said it best, "he's getting better, he's giving us a shot" 
but with determination and perseverance, you can turn your struggles into strengths 
, but have you tried making homemade pasta from scratch? Game-changer 
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i love how he's becoming a game-changer for the team too. we should be seeing even more from him this season. can't wait to see how he does against the cavaliers on sunday 
queta's growth is insane he's come so far from being expected to be one of the weaker starters and now he's a force to be reckoned with. his ability to clean up misses on the boards is like a superpower 
. The fact that he's able to clean up misses on the offensive boards is pure GENIUS 
. Coach Mazzulla needs to give Queta more minutes, stat! 
and I'm loving it!!! 
Coach Mazzulla is right too - Queta's increasing confidence is making such a big difference on the court. And can we talk about how clutch he was on the glass? Cleaning up those rebounds is huge, especially when you're facing tough opponents like Gobert. Fingers crossed for the Celtics this weekend! 
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