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Celtics sit Hugo Gonzalez for Summer League game against Hawks

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Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Celtics sit Hugo Gonzalez for Summer League game against Hawks

Summary

Hugo Gonzalez did not play in the Boston Celtics' Summer League game against the Atlanta Hawks on July 13. The absence occurred after a victory over the Charlotte Hornets and during a demanding stretch of games. The Celtics opted to rest Gonzalez, one of their standout players in earlier contests, potentially for workload management purposes. Boston's starting five featured Curtis Jones, John Tonje, Tucker DeVries, Dillon Mitchell, and Chris Cenac Jr. going into the game. Gonzalez had contributed significantly to Boston's success in the tournament, averaging 15.5 points and seven rebounds in his previous matches.

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By the Numbers

•Gonzalez was a key performer in Boston's 2-0 start in Summer League.
•Boston did not specify the reason for Gonzalez's absence from the game.
•The Celtics' starting five changed to accommodate for the absence of Gonzalez and Amari Williams.
•Gonzalez averaged 15.5 points and seven rebounds in his first two Summer League games.
•Celtics will decide on Gonzalez's return later in the Summer League schedule.

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