Neemias Queta draws first start, posts 8 points and 9 rebounds in 27 minutes

Fantasy basketball: Queta's first start of the season came with a seven-minute bump and keeps him in the streaming conversation ahead of Boston's final outing…

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · November 1, 2026 · Updated November 2, 2026

Neemias Queta started and recorded 8 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 blocks in 27 minutes during Boston's 108-97 win over Orlando on Sunday, November 1. He shot 4-for-9 from the floor with 1 turnover.

The starting assignment and accompanying minute increase give Queta streaming appeal in both nine-category leagues and points formats (22.8 projected fantasy points per game, default scoring). Boston has one game left this week, Sunday, and none next week.

Fantasy impact

Player by player

Neemias Queta

Queta had started 0% of his games at 19.7 minutes a night over his previous 5 games, making the starting nod and seven extra minutes the clearest sign yet that his role is expanding. His 9 rebounds matched a season high, while his 2 blocks and 27 minutes both topped his previous marks. His usage rate sits at 17.5% with 64.3% true shooting, numbers that underpin steady if unspectacular production when he plays.

Season to date (6 games, this one included), Queta is averaging 8.8 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 21.0 minutes a game. The starting job is the biggest driver of fantasy value in basketball, and if the extended minutes hold he becomes a worthwhile stream for his rebounds and blocks. Boston has one game left this week, Sunday, before going dark next week.

What to do

• Stream Neemias Queta for Sunday's finale if you need rebounds and blocks and he remains in the starting group.

• Monitor Boston's starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game to confirm Queta's role has staying power.

• Hold Queta through Boston's week off if you added him, as the extended minutes and start suggest a real opportunity.

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