Neemias Queta Suffers Ankle Injury; Celtics' Frontcourt Depth Tested

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Neemias Queta sustained an ankle injury after landing awkwardly in the Celtics' win over the Magic, raising concerns about Boston's frontcourt depth. Queta, the team's only pure 7-footer, holds the best net rating, with the Celtics outscoring opponents by 16.8 points per 100 possessions with him on court. Without him, rebounding plummets and defensive rating spikes by 20.3 points. While Boston managed against Orlando, his absence against upcoming size-filled teams like Detroit and Minnesota could pose significant challenges.