What happened: Boston signed Mitchell Robinson and extended Neemias Queta for 2026-27, crowding the center rotation around Luka Garza. Garza logged a
Why it matters: Robinson and Queta give Boston stronger rim protection and offensive rebounding in base lineups. Garza-Queta minutes produced 114.5 points per 100 possessions last season, down from the team's 121.1 mark.
By the numbers: Garza: 1,118 minutes last season after 973 total entering year; Robinson: 60 games, 1,175 minutes; Garza-Queta: 114.5 offensive rating vs 121.1 team; Game 7: Garza -15 in 8:38, Queta +9 in 32:33.
What to watch: Watch camp for whether Boston tests double-big minutes or holds Garza as fill-in coverage when Robinson sits.