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Celtics Draft Spanish Forward Hugo Gonzalez at No. 28

The Madrid native is poised to make an immediate NBA impact after Boston cleared cap space with blockbuster trades.

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Overview

  • The Celtics selected Hugo Gonzalez with the 28th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
  • They also hold the 32nd pick in the second round after acquiring it from the Wizards.
  • Gonzalez, a 19-year-old, 6-foot-6 forward from Real Madrid, is known for his motor and defensive versatility.
  • He joined Real Madrid’s youth program at age nine and debuted with the senior team at 16.
  • The pick follows moves to trim the salary cap including the trades of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis.