Neemias Queta’s impact on Boston Celtics: Why C’s need his rim protection & defense
Can Neemias Queta Be the Boston Celtics’ Defensive Answer?
The Boston Celtics’ recent games have sparked discussions about Neemias Queta’s potential impact on their defense. With his impressive rim protection and defensive versatility, could Queta be the key to bolstering the Celtics’ perimeter defense? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm explore this question, analyzing Queta’s performance and comparing it to Robert Williams. The episode also delves into the Celtics’ response to the Golden State Warriors’ intensity. Are the Celtics’ early-season lapses a cause for concern, or just typical November basketball?
Join the conversation to uncover insights into the Celtics’ strategy and what it means for their championship aspirations.
3:00 Proper expectation for Queta
9:43 Learning from Mistakes: Queta’s Growth
23:38 Celtics’ Effort Against Warriors
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23 comments
You know you got something good going when you see flashes of Rob in Queta. Although he is what I call Bambi footed he is highly energetic and can be huge for us.
I like Queta i believe around big Al and getting more time he will be really good next season i believe
I’ve been saying the same thing about the Rob comparisons. I’ll give Queta the upper hand in moving his feet though. You can tell he probably played soccer coming up the way he can get back in transition while staying in front of who he’s defending
A starting lineup of DW, JB, JT, KP, Queta would be an interesting matchup vs opponents like the Cavs. It also would create a strong balanced bench with Jrue, PP, Hauser, Horford, Luke.
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Not worried over the GSW game. We were missing our 2nd and 3rd scoring options….JB and KP. We saw on 3/3/2024 that the Celtics can beat down the Warriors 140-88. Steph only scored 4 pts. Klay and Dray 6 pts each.
John I see you are wearing an ABA shirt did you follow as a Dr. J fan or and as a more recent follower? I followed Alex Wolf and the Vermont Frost Heaves did you too? Start an aba team for ten grand.
Rob sure looked big for just 6’ 9”. I had to google it when John said it.
Queta 88, My Fellow Countryman!!!
Before arriving at the Celtics Queta had only played in about 20 NBA games in two seasons. No way he could be a complete NBA player at that time, still a LOT to learn.
The reason he gets Rob comparisons isn't just because he's big and athletic, it's that he's big and athletic with flaws that make you want to scream, but you have to weigh those against the positives he provides. Just like with Rob, you've got a lot of people staring at the negatives and saying they're hurting you too much, while the impact metrics say he's incredibly useful despite the glaring flaws. Their games aren't exactly the same, but the conversation and controversy around them is. You can even liken Neemy to Jaylen in the past. Jaylen is amazing but couldn't dribble a ball half the time and takes ill-advised shots, however, you had to live with it because ultimately the ridiculous shot making outweighed the frustrating amount of turnovers.
Hey john what do you think of jaden SPRINGER trade for YABUSELE? It is possible?
Love Queta wish he would get/allowed to get 15 to 18 minutes ea game to rest Al til after the all star break ad the playoffs. As always @John thanks for the knowledge and the community here
Let NQ play he will pay off at the end of the season
The belt — worse much worse than the dumb loss to the Warriors we gave them the belt.
Gosh darn it arghhh
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The obvious with Tatum was after couple vg games in the start he would be bombs away. His superpower is the threat of shooting and facilitating every one else. He forgets sometimes. He can obviously also get the tough shots especially drives when really needed but even then he kicks 🦵 it out a lot.
We need pass first Tatum back
People get confused Tatum is the best player but Brown is a better pure scorer.
And btw the Celtics were missing two players who would be the best player on half of NBA teams vs GSW.
Can’t wait for the next episode 😊 great show ! Let’s F€&in Go Celticd🏀💪🏾🙏🏻😊
Tom Westy homes 🤔
Why, John? (why?) Why (why?)
tell 'em it's a human nature game?
Why (why?), why (why?)
Did you do us that way?
Why (why?), why (why?)
And no new Tom names today.
Why (why?), why (why?)
He likes podding this way.
With no Tom puns today.
I was chuckling so hard while typing this, after hearing you say something about a "human nature game".
Who the hell is calling Neemie Rob 2.0? Do those people actually watch basketball or rely on Felger & Mazz for b-ball takes? Ridiculous.
Look, IMO, it's just the latest in the C's recent run of player development success stories–low ceiling guys they take time/effort to develop and make USEFUL; maybe slightly better than we first thought. That's good; let's not lose our minds here.
I don't want Neemi to become Rob Williams 2.0…this game of explosiveness, hard dunking, crazy shot blocking ended Rob prime early in his career!
I just don't want the same for Queta and i trully hope Rob recovers well because he is a great player!
We love this type of athletes, very explosive but their knees don't love them the same way….DRose, Rob Williams, Grant Hill, etc etc
TEAM NEEMS!