Luka Garza, a basketball player once deemed lacking in athleticism, defied expectations by becoming college basketballs National Player of the Year and Iowas all-time leading scorer. Despite being a late second-round pick, hes now thriving with the Boston Celtics, averaging nearly six points and three and a half rebounds per game, after a call from Brad Stevens. His legendary work ethic, including reducing body fat and attempting more practice shots than any other NBA player, has earned him a significant role in the Celtics organization, a Cathedral of Excellence.

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