The Boston Celtics aim to secure their fourth consecutive win when they face the Atlanta Hawks this Monday at 7:30 p.m. EDT in Atlanta.
Celtics vs. Hawks: Game Overview
This matchup features the Celtics with a record of 50-24, placing them second in the Eastern Conference, while the Hawks sit at 42-33, ranked sixth. Boston has been strong in conference play, holding a 31-14 record, in contrast to Atlanta’s 23-22 against Eastern Conference opponents.
Recent Performance
- Celtics: Boston has won their last three games and averages 114.1 points per game. They outscore their opponents by an average of 7.3 points.
- Hawks: Atlanta is currently 8-2 in their last ten games, averaging 121.1 points per game. However, they have struggled against teams with winning records, posting a 17-23 record in those matchups.
Scoring Stats
In terms of scoring defense, the Celtics allow only 106.8 points per game, while the Hawks give up 116.4 points. The Celtics’ last encounter with the Hawks resulted in a 109-102 victory on March 27, where Payton Pritchard was a standout performer with 36 points.
Key Players
Both teams feature talented players who significantly contribute to their scoring efforts:
- Celtics:
- Jaylen Brown: 28.6 points, 7 rebounds, 5.2 assists per game
- Jayson Tatum: 19.5 points per game over his last 10 games
- Hawks:
- Nickeil Alexander-Walker: 20.5 points, 3.8 assists per game
- CJ McCollum: 20.2 points per game over his last 10 games
Injury Updates
Both teams are dealing with injuries as they prepare for the game:
- Hawks:
- Onyeka Okongwu: Day to day (finger)
- Jonathan Kuminga: Day to day (knee)
- Dyson Daniels: Day to day (toe)
- Celtics:
- Jaylen Brown: Day to day (calf)
- Derrick White: Day to day (knee)
- Nikola Vucevic: Out (finger)
As the Celtics look to extend their winning streak, their match against the Hawks promises to be an exciting contest in the Eastern Conference.
