Hugo Gonzalez takes on bigger role with Boston Celtics in Summer League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 3:05 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Hugo Gonzalez has been performing in a larger role with the Sin City Celtics at the Las Vegas Summer League this week. The second-year forward is showing growth by playing as a playmaker and has threatened double-doubles in several games. Sin City Celtics head coach Amile Jefferson praised Gonzalez's ability to play authentically in his new role, emphasizing the importance of his contributions for the team's success. As Summer League continues, Gonzalez looks to further showcase his skills before the upcoming NBA season.
- •Gonzalez plays for the Sin City Celtics in the Las Vegas Summer League.
- •He has threatened double-doubles in multiple contests.
- •Head coach Amile Jefferson emphasizes the importance of Gonzalez being himself.
- •Gonzalez's performance is seen as critical for the team's success.
- •The Summer League serves as a platform for him to showcase his growth.
- 1:36 AMYahoo Sports — Is Boston Celtics forward Hugo Gonzalez ready for a bigger role after Vegas breakout?
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — The key to Hugo Gonzalez taking on a bigger role with the Boston Celtics? Being himself
"Gonzalez showed off a strong on-ball role at that level with a much higher usage rate than anything he has done in the NBA to date.
""That's when he gets a chance to be a playmaker," said Sin City Celtics coach Amile Jefferson.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 1:36 AMIs Boston Celtics forward Hugo Gonzalez ready for a bigger role after Vegas breakout?
Gonzalez showed off a strong on-ball role at that level with a much higher usage rate than anything he has done in the NBA to date.
- Yahoo SportsJul 17, 2026, 3:05 AMThe key to Hugo Gonzalez taking on a bigger role with the Boston Celtics? Being himself
"That's when he gets a chance to be a playmaker," said Sin City Celtics coach Amile Jefferson.
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