Celtics – 76ers 125-120 · Preseason
Luka Garza contributes 13 points in Celtics preseason win
Luka Garza played 18 minutes for the Boston Celtics in a preseason exhibition that ended 125-120 over the Philadelphia 76ers. He finished with 13 points, six rebounds, and one assist. His shooting line was three of six from the field, two of four from three-point range, and five of seven from the free-throw line. Garza also recorded one block, three personal fouls and two turnovers.
Compared with his last season’s averages, Garza logged more minutes, scoring more points and grabbing more rebounds. Last season he averaged 16.2 minutes, 8.1 points and 4.1 rebounds per game, while in this outing he posted 18 minutes, 13 points and six rebounds. His assist total matched his prior average of one per game.
From the floor, Garza shot 50 percent this game, which is lower than his last season field-goal percentage of 57.7 percent. However, his three-point shooting improved to 50 percent, exceeding the 43.3 percent he recorded last season from beyond the arc. While he was on the court, his team outscored the opponent by three points, contributing to the Celtics’ preseason victory.
Also in this game
- Hugo González · 21 PTS
- Rayan Rupert · 0 PTS