Celtics forward Hugo Gonzalez joins Spain for FIBA World Cup qualifiers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:14 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Hugo Gonzalez of the Boston Celtics will represent Spain this summer in the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers. The 22-year-old, who missed last year's Eurobasket due to NBA commitments, will compete in two matches: against Denmark in Madrid on July 2 and the Republic of Georgia in Tbilisi on July 5. He will be joined by veteran players such as Willy Hernangomez, who is the team captain, and younger talents like Izan Almansa and Mario Saint-Supery. This opportunity allows Gonzalez to gain international experience while contributing to the national team efforts.
- •Gonzalez missed last year's Eurobasket due to NBA commitments
- •Spain plays Denmark and Georgia in July
- •Willy Hernangomez serves as team captain
- •Gonzalez gains experience with both veterans and young players
- •Matches are crucial for qualifying for 2027 FIBA World Cup
- 3:14 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Celtics forward Hugo Gonzalez to play with Spain for 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers
"The Madrid native will play with Willy Hernangomez, brother of ex-Celtics forward Juancho Hernangomez.
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