Luka Garza has had limited playing time in the Celtics' playoff series against the 76ers but remains prepared to contribute. He emphasizes the importance of staying ready and making impactful plays when called upon.
Despite fans of the Boston Celtics clamoring for more playing time for the Washington, DC native to see more playing time vs. the Philadelphia 76ers in their 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs first round series, backup Boston big man Luka Garza has not seen the floor much with the Celtics so far in the postseason.
But he has gotten a few shots at helping out in the frontcourt, including a longer stint in Game 1 that saw him put up 7 points, 2 rebounds, and an assist. "I just stick to what's worked for me in the past," said Garza after a recent Boston practice of how he approaches those limited stints.
"Obviously just trying to screen, make energy plays, offensive rebound, do what I can to help the offense flow," he added.
Luka Garza scored 7 points in Game 1 of the playoff series against the 76ers.
Luka Garza focuses on making energy plays, screening, and offensive rebounding to help the team flow when he gets limited minutes.
Luka Garza prepares mentally for every game, expecting to play and aiming to make impactful contributions regardless of his actual playing time.
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