Boston Celtics Show Promise with Strong Early Season Stats

BOSTON, MA — The Boston Celtics are in the early stages of their 2023 NBA season, and although it’s only been four games and 192 minutes of play, certain statistics stand out. One player, Neemias Queta, has taken on a significant role following recent changes to the team’s frontcourt.

Queta, a 7-foot center, is poised to set a team record for screen assists per game. He is leading the Celtics in this category with six screen assists, contributing to 14 points. The Celtics, as a team, are averaging 25 screen assist points per game, placing them at the top of the NBA.

Another highlight is Payton Pritchard, who ranks second on the team for drive attempts, averaging 10 drives per game. He has achieved a shooting percentage of 73.3 on these drives and generates 7.5 points from drives, positioning himself just outside the top 30 in the league.

Pritchard has struggled with long-range shooting but excels in the mid-range, hitting 10 of 13 shots between 4 and 14 feet. His performance contributes to a Celtics offensive rating of 117.4.

On the defensive end, the Celtics boast the best half-court defense in the league, allowing just 83 points per 100 possessions. However, they have faced challenges with defensive rebounds, ranking 29th in the NBA in this category.

Jaylen Brown, even while recovering from a hamstring injury, continues to standout, limiting opponents to a shooting percentage of 32% against him. Brown is currently ranked among the top players in defensive efficiency.

As the season progresses, fans are eager to see how these early statistics develop and if the Celtics can address their rebounding issues while maintaining their strong offensive output.