Celtics Draft Pick Names Biggest Issue With NBA Transition

Every year, more and more talented players make the leap from Europe to the NBA, and it’s no secret that some of today’s biggest stars aren’t American-born. But with all that talent crossing the pond comes a whole new set of challenges, ones that don’t always get talked about out loud.

That’s exactly what Hugo Gonzalez, the Celtics’ newest draft pick, did recently. Just as he’s about to start his rookie season in Boston, Gonzalez opened up about something that’s been weighing on his mind and let’s just say it’s the kind of honest admission that has fans paying close attention.

When asked about the biggest challenges he will face adjusting in the NBA he said, “Well actually, the biggest adjustment is to try and handle with the three point line that is a bit far. To handle with the lines, and not stepping on the white lines.”