Luka Garza was tremendous for the Boston Celtics on Monday night in a loss. Garza tallied 20 points and nine rebounds on 8-of-9 shooting from the floor, including 2-of-3 from 3pt. range.
It was the continuation of an important season for Garza in which he’s proven beyond any doubt that he’s a serviceable, rotational center in this league.
Following the game, Garza spoke with the media about the Celtics’ culture.
Garza spoke to the consistency with which Boston’s players and staff approach work every day. It’s a consistency that has led to 12-straight playoff appearances for the Celts, the longest active streak in the Assocation.
Asked Luka Garza how he’d define Celtics culture:
“It’s unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. I think it starts with just how hard we play, how we practice, the professionalism in the locker room every single day — guys showing up, getting in the gym, just little, small… pic.twitter.com/EZGpSYwFzS
— Noa Dalzell 🏀 (@NoaDalzell) March 31, 2026
Garza and the Celtics will take on the Miami Heat on Wednesday, followed by the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday — both road games. Boston is 50-25 after Monday’s loss, still holding a two-game lead over the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference standings. There are seven games left in the regular season.
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