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Celtics Fall to Hawks in Summer League Stumble
14 Jul
Summary
- Celtics lost their first Summer League game to the Hawks.
- Rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell showed promise.
- Kobe Johnson led the Hawks with a game-high 30 points.
The Boston Celtics registered their initial loss in Summer League play, conceding a 102-90 decision to the Atlanta Hawks. This setback occurred after the team opted to rest veteran Summer League players Hugo Gonzalez and Amari Williams. The absence of these experienced players was evident as Boston trailed significantly, at one point by 29 points. While John Tonje, another returning player, saw action, he only managed 5 points.
Despite the overall team struggle, the Celtics' rookies provided some offensive spark. Chris Cenac Jr., the Celtics' 2026 NBA Draft first-round pick, delivered a strong performance with 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 blocks. Second-round selection Dillon Mitchell also contributed 11 points, showcasing improved shooting efficiency. For the Hawks, guard Kobe Johnson, brother of star Jalen Johnson, was the game's top scorer with 30 points.
The Celtics' Summer League schedule continues on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings, with another game to follow against an unconfirmed opponent.
