With how great Neemias Queta has been, especially on defense, the Boston Celtics may not have to worry (as much) about trading for a center.
Derrick White is one of the most unique defenders in the NBA, and that’s reflected in his defensive stats in the paint. But the rim protection they’ve gotten from Neemias Queta this season is the much bigger revelation when it comes to the future of the franchise. Queta emerging as a potentially elite rim protector is absolutely incredible.