Boston Celtics Add Spanish Prospect Hugo González At 32nd NBA Draft Pick

The Boston Celtics made their first pick of the 2025 NBA Draft by selecting 19-year-old Spanish wing Hugo González at 28th overall and hold the 32nd pick in the second round, where they are expected to target a big man due to recent roster changes including the trade of Kristaps Porzingis and free agency uncertainty around Al Horford and Luke Kornet. Candidates for the Celtics' second-round pick include Maxime Raynaud, a polished seven-footer with strong offensive skills from Stanford, and Ryan Kalkbrenner, a defensively gifted center with a 7-foot-6 wingspan from Creighton. Raynaud offers shooting and scoring versatility, while Kalkbrenner provides defensive presence and experience, potentially fitting the Celtics' need for frontcourt depth. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers, lacking a first-round pick, plan to be active in the second round and are particularly interested in Rasheer Fleming from Saint Joseph’s, a versatile 6’9” big man who can shoot from the perimeter and defend multiple positions, complementing their roster alongside stars Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, and Evan Mobley. Comparisons between NBA and NFL drafts highlight that NBA top picks like Cooper Flagg earn significantly larger guaranteed contracts, reflecting the NBA's smaller rosters and premium on elite wing players. As the Celtics and Cavaliers prepare for second-round selections, both teams are focusing on filling key frontcourt roles to support their evolving rosters for the upcoming season.