Neemias Queta expresses confidence in Celtics' competitiveness

Neemias Queta voiced his belief that the Boston Celtics will be competitive in the upcoming NBA season. Following a summer in which Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla visited Lisbon, Queta shared reflections on their time together and Mazzulla's appreciation for Portuguese basketball. Queta believes in the strength of the team's roster and locker room dynamics despite outside doubts. He signed a four-year, $56 million contract extension, emphasizing the confidence the organization has in him. Queta is set to lead Portugal in the upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifiers, starting with a match against Spain on August 28.

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