Celtics look to Gonzalez and Scheierman as breakout candidates this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
As the 2026-27 NBA season approaches, the Boston Celtics are expected to rely on young players such as Hugo Gonzalez and Baylor Scheierman. With Jaylen Brown's departure, head coach Joe Mazzulla aims to bolster the team's lineup, allowing these youngsters increased playing time. Gonzalez has impressed in preseason games, averaging 16.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.5 assists. Scheierman, in his third season, also looks to expand his role after starting 20 games last year. The Celtics will prepare for the upcoming season with a focus on integrating these key contributors.
- •Celtics enter 2026-27 season missing Jaylen Brown.
- •Hugo Gonzalez averaged 16.0 points in preseason.
- •Baylor Scheierman seeks to expand his role this season.
- •Joe Mazzulla trusts young players to step up.
- •Celtics aim to compete for a title this year.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics Breakout Candidates: Can Hugo Gonzalez, Baylor Scheierman Make Leap This Season?
"Head coach Joe Mazzulla will be looking to a trio of youngsters to make a pronounced impact on the Celtics' roster in 2026-27.
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