​The Boston Celtics emerged victorious over the Toronto Raptors with an 87-75 scoreline, fending off a late surge from a Las Vegas–based version of the Raptors. In a breakout performance, Celtics first-round pick Dillon Mitchell led all scorers by tallying 24 points on an efficient 10-of-20 shooting from the floor, including a promising showing from beyond the arc as he converted 2 of 3 attempts from three-point range. Mitchell also contributed across the stat sheet with eight rebounds, six steals, and two blocks, signaling a strong early impression for the Sin City Celtics.
On the front line, forward John Tonje delivered 17 points and five rebounds, providing solid floor presence for Boston. Wing Hugo Gonzalez added 14 points, four rebounds, and a share of the playmaking responsibilities with several assists, along with three steals and a block to help seal the win for the Celtics in front of the Las Vegas crowd. The team benefited from balanced contributions across the starting five, showcasing depth and versatility in their Summer League rotation.
From the reserve unit, guard Milos Uzan stepped up with 13 points, four rebounds, and six assists, adding playmaking and scoring punch off the bench. Forward Tucker DeVries contributed 11 points as part of the supporting cast that helped push Boston to victory, reinforcing the team’s depth as the Summer Celtics continue their Las Vegas campaign.
The Summer League setting in Las Vegas remains a stage for evaluating young talent, with Boston looking to build on recent progress as the league progresses. The Celtics improved to 2-0 in Las Vegas Summer League action, following their win over the Summer Hornets, and their next challenge will pit them against the Summer Atlanta Hawks. The upcoming game is scheduled for Monday, July 13, at 6 p.m. ET and will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, giving fans another opportunity to watch the young Celtics in action.
This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire and has been updated to reflect the latest results from Las Vegas Summer League play. The Celtics’ performance in these early summer fixtures continues to generate optimism about the team’s trajectory and the emergence of key contributors who could impact the rotation in the regular season. The Summer League scene has become a proving ground for Mitchell and his teammates, with the hope that high-impact showings translate into continued development and increased confidence as the calendar moves forward.