Derrick White ELEVATES Celtics in Fourth, Luka Garza DOMINATES Glass, Celtics WIN!

Boston Celtics escape Memphis as Derrick White ignites a fourth-quarter surge and Luka Garza dominates the glass. John Karalis of Celtics On SI breaks down the Celtics’ 117-112 win, featuring White’s clutch scoring, Garza’s relentless offensive rebounding, and Jaylen Brown’s All-NBA level performance. Key topics include Boston’s offensive rebounding advantage, Joe Mazzulla’s bold lineup decisions, and the evolving roles of Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser, and Baylor Shireman. Insightful analysis covers Tatum’s first rough game during ongoing recovery, Garza’s emergence amid injuries, and what Jaylen Brown’s leap means for the Celtics’ playoff aspirations. Don’t miss this deep dive into the Celtics’ ongoing evolution and how they stack up with contender status in the NBA.