Hugo Gonzalez Injury Status Update for April 12th, 2026
Hugo Gonzalez of the Celtics has been ruled out and will not play today. Hugo was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 8th game Hugo has missed this season.
Hugo Gonzalez Season Averages
Hugo's absence leaves a significant hole in the Celtics rotation. Across 74 games this season, he's averaging 3.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game while playing 14.7 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.7 | 3.9 | 3.3 | 0.5 | 3.3 |
Celtics Performance With & Without Hugo Gonzalez
The numbers tell a clear story about Hugo's value to the Celtics. With Hugo in the lineup this season, the team is 50-23. Without him, they've gone 4-3. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (119.8 vs 122.2 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 50-23 | 4-3 | — |
| Off Rating | 119.8 | 122.2 | +2.4 |
| Def Rating | 111.5 | 115.1 | +3.6 |
| Net Rating | 8.3 | 7.0 | -1.2 |
| PPG | 114.5 | 115.1 | +0.7 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Hugo Gonzalez?
When Hugo sits, other Celtics players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Jayson Tatum stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Hugo has been out this season, Jayson Tatum has averaged 7.7 extra minutes.
MPG: +7.7
Hugo Gonzalez Betting Trends
For bettors, Hugo's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Celtics's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Hugo has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Gonzalez) Derrick White BLK OVER: 5-0 (+6.3u, 0.9 / -109 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Hugo Gonzalez's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Magic @ Celtics - April 12, 2026 Boston Celtics: Sam Hauser (Out) Jayson Tatum (Out) Derrick White (Out) Payton Pritchard (Out) Neemias Queta (Out) Nikola Vucevic (Out) Jaylen Brown (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Hugo's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Celtics.