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Game time: January 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: TD Garden — Boston, MA

Article updated Jan 18, 2:21 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Saturday night, the Atlanta Hawks will be taking on the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in what is expected to be an intense matchup. The previous two games between these

Game outlook

On Saturday night, the Atlanta Hawks will be taking on the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in what is expected to be an intense matchup. The previous two games between these teams this season ended in a split, with each team winning one game. The over has hit in 7 out of the last 10 meetings between the Hawks and the Celtics. Boston is the favorite to win, opening at -11, with the current line at Boston -10.75. For more details on the upcoming game, continue reading the prediction by author Mike Briggs.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hawks +414 | Celtics -530

Spread: Hawks +10.75 (-110) | Celtics -10.75 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 235.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 84%.

Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Chicago Bulls 110-94, with a strong defensive performance that forced 20 turnovers. Despite shooting a lower percentage than the Bulls, the Hawks capitalized on turnovers and three-point shots to secure the win. Key players to watch for the upcoming game against the Celtics include Trae Young, Jalen Johnson, De'Andre Hunter, and Dyson Daniels. Atlanta ranks 21st overall, with a strong offense but struggling on defense. Injuries are a factor to watch, with Trae Young and De'Andre Hunter listed as probable for the next game. With a power ranking of 13, the Hawks excel in offense but struggle defensively, allowing an average of 119.13 points per game. Take advantage of sportsbook bonuses to maximize profits.

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Boston Celtics Analysis

The Boston Celtics recently lost to Toronto and are 6-4 in their last ten games. They are led by SF Jayson Tatum and have strong players like SG Jaylen Brown, C Kristaps Porzingis, and PG Derrick White. The Celtics rank highly in overall, offensive, and defensive rating according to Dunks and Threes. They score an average of 117.5 points per game and shoot 45.7 percent overall. Defensively, they allow 108.8 points per game on 45.4 percent shooting. There are no injuries reported for their upcoming game against Atlanta. The Celtics have a power ranking of 3 and are 4th in offense and 6th in defense. Against Atlanta, they have a strong record, winning 2-2 overall. Boston's performance in offense and defense is detailed, showing their strengths in shooting and rebounding.

Expert Analysis: Hawks vs. Celtics Game Preview, Predictions, and Odds

In this comprehensive analysis, we will provide insights into the upcoming Hawks vs. Celtics game, offering predictions and odds to help inform your decisions. We encourage you to delve into the details as we break down the matchup between these two teams. Thank you for considering our analysis as you prepare for the game ahead.

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SportsJaw Hawks vs Celtics archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Hawks vs Celtics matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Atlanta Hawks+425 → +340Moved
  • Moneyline · Boston Celtics-550 → -430Moved
  • Spread · Atlanta Hawks+11 (-110) → +9.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Boston Celtics-11 (-110) → -9.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over235.5 (-110) → 237.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under235.5 (-110) → 237.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Atlanta Hawks
2-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-3-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Boston Celtics
2-1 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T19:21:04.220Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Chicago Bulls 110-94, with a strong defensive performance that forced 20 turnovers. Despite shooting a lower percentage than the Bulls, the Hawks capitalized on turnovers and three-point shots to secure the win. Key players to watch for the upcoming game against the Celtics include Trae Young, Jalen Johnson, De'Andre Hunter, and Dyson Daniels. Atlanta ranks 21st overall, with a strong offense but struggling on defense. Injuries are a factor to watch, with Trae Young and De'Andre Hunter listed as probable for the next game. With a power ranking of 13, the Hawks excel in offense but struggle defensively, allowing an average of 119.13 points per game. Take advantage of sportsbook bonuses to maximize profits.

The Boston Celtics recently lost to Toronto and are 6-4 in their last ten games. They are led by SF Jayson Tatum and have strong players like SG Jaylen Brown, C Kristaps Porzingis, and PG Derrick White. The Celtics rank highly in overall, offensive, and defensive rating according to Dunks and Threes. They score an average of 117.5 points per game and shoot 45.7 percent overall. Defensively, they allow 108.8 points per game on 45.4 percent shooting. There are no injuries reported for their upcoming game against Atlanta. The Celtics have a power ranking of 3 and are 4th in offense and 6th in defense. Against Atlanta, they have a strong record, winning 2-2 overall. Boston's performance in offense and defense is detailed, showing their strengths in shooting and rebounding.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-11-12Atlanta Hawks 117 · Boston Celtics 116
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Atlanta Hawks defeated Boston Celtics 119-115

Atlanta Hawks defeated Boston Celtics 119-115 on January 18, 2025, a 4-point decision in the series. Atlanta Hawks' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 31-15. Against SportsJaw's recorded Atlanta Hawks +9.5 (-110) spread, Atlanta Hawks covered, while the 234 combined points finished under the recorded total of 237.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • RainmanSpread · Atlanta Hawks +11 (-110)Win
  • UncledavidSpread · Atlanta Hawks +11 (-110)Win
  • DrpaulSpread · Boston Celtics -11 (-110)Loss
  • GustavosintoSpread · Boston Celtics -11 (-110)Loss
  • EXCELent Sports PicksTotal · Under 235.5 (-110)Win
  • CovergirlTotal · Under 235.5 (-110)Win
  • MikehuffSpread · Atlanta Hawks +10.75 (-110)Win