Luka Garza Focuses on Defensive Work Ahead of Second Celtics Season

Boston Celtics center Luka Garza focused his offseason efforts on defensive improvements, working with assistant D.J. MacLeay on footwork, drop coverage, and defensive rebounding. After averaging 8.1 points and 4.1 rebounds while shooting 43.3% from deep last regular season, Garza struggled with foul trouble during the playoffs, committing 8.5 fouls per 36 minutes. Garza also impressed with the Bosnian national team in FIBA World Cup qualifiers, averaging 16.8 points and 7.3 rebounds.