Boston Celtics extend Neemias Queta for four years, $56 million
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The Boston Celtics have officially announced a four-year contract extension for center Neemias Queta, following his impressive performance during the last season. Queta, who appeared in 76 games with 75 starts, averaged 10.2 points and 8.4 rebounds per game while shooting 65.3 percent from the field. His extension was confirmed via a release on July 6, detailing his contributions and milestones, including becoming the first Celtic with over 100 blocks and 600 rebounds in one season since Robert Parish. Queta joined the Celtics on a two-way contract in September 2023 after two seasons with Sacramento. His new deal reflects the team's confidence in his development and potential impact going forward.
- •Queta averaged career-best 10.2 points and 8.4 rebounds last season.
- •He shot 65.3 percent from the field, ranking third in the league.
- •Queta is the first Celtic since 1990-91 with over 100 blocks and 600 rebounds.
- •The extension details were not publicly disclosed but reported as $56 million.
- •Queta was part of the Celtics' 2024 NBA Championship team.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics officially announce Neemias Queta extension
"After the best regular season of his still-young NBA career, the Boston Celtics have elected to extend big man Neemias Queta.
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