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DETROIT, MICHIGAN – OCTOBER 26: Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics looks on against the Detroit Pistons during the third quarter at Little Caesars Arena on October 26, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images) Getty Images Detroit — On Sunday afternoon at Little Caesars Arena, Hugo Gonzalez became the third player in Boston Celtics history to start a game before turning 20, per the X account @Celtics_Stats. The organization’s first-round pick in this year’s NBA Draft joins Al Jefferson and Jayson Tatum on a short list for a storied franchise. The rookie immediately made his presence felt as a member of the first unit. Gonzalez came from behind to block the uber-athletic Ausar Thompson on the Detroit Pistons’ first possession. The next time down the floor, when Jalen Duren tried leaving the ball for Duncan Robinson, the Madrid native fought over the screen and got to the ball first. Less than 1:30 into his first career start, he already had registered a rejection and a steal. He accounted for four of the first nine turnovers forced by Boston, including drawing an offensive foul on Duren. Beyond that, Gonzalez was picking up Cade Cunningham full-court, and he was difficult to dislodge on screens. Even when Detroit did, he recovered quickly, negating any potential numbers advantage. “I thought he’s provided great energy, defensively, battling great guards, and he’s providing a spark for us,” Payton Pritchard told Forbes after Gonzalez’s first start. “He’s been great.” Along with Pritchard, the rookie’s motor and mentality are quickly making a favorable impression on the 2024 NBA Finals MVP. “I like Hugo. I…

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