Luka Garza
#52C · Boston Celtics
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 184 | 5.8 | 2.6 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 52.4% | 36.2% | 72.3% |
| 2025-26 | 60 | 7.6 | 3.9 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 57.6% | 43.3% | 76.2% |
| 2024-25 | 5 | 2.6 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 100.0% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| 2023-24 | 7 | 4.1 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 83.3% | 66.7% | 87.5% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$5.3M
AAV
$2.6M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Luka Garza's contract with the Boston Celtics grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $2.6M per year over 2 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Luka's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Centers. At 27 years old, Luka is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Luka Garza earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Center. Across 184 career games, Luka has averaged 5.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game. Luka's strongest metric is FG% at 5239.4, compared to the NBA Center median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.6, below the Center median of 4.0. Among 96 NBA Centers graded this season, Luka ranks 60th in overall performance. Luka will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Boston Celtics.
Current Sentiment
Garza generates cautiously optimistic interest as a valuable role player finding his niche. His recent performances earning 'Player of the Game' honors show meaningful contributions beyond statistics. At $2.6M, he represents solid value for a productive bench big man. Media focuses on his underdog journey and character, less on elite production. Fans remain optimistic he'll continue carving out steady contributions in Boston's rotation.
Transaction History
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