The Boston Celtics vs. Atlanta Hawks: Game Preview
The Boston Celtics are set to face off against the revamped Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena tonight, with the game beginning at 7:30 p.m. ET. In this exciting matchup, Jaylen Brown has been a standout performer for Boston, but his points total seems inflated, leading me to favor the Under in this case. For those following along, I delve into my predictions for the Celtics-Hawks game and why I believe betting on the Under offers significant value.
Betting Insights on the Celtics vs. Hawks
For tonight’s game, I suggest taking Jaylen Brown’s Under 30.5 points (-112) as the best bet. Brown, currently enjoying a breakout season in the absence of teammate Jayson Tatum, is averaging an impressive 29.4 points per game, ranking him fifth in the NBA. His increased workload has been beneficial, showcasing his talent and skill.
However, despite his remarkable performance, Brown has only surpassed 30 points twice in January out of seven games played, hitting 27 in each of his last two games. In his recent outings, he has been unable to exceed the points threshold, cashing the Under in three of his last five games.
A Look at Other Players
The Hawks’ Onyeka Okongwu has emerged as an essential contributor, posting average numbers of 16.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. He recently recorded a season-high 26 points against the Portland Trail Blazers and has cleared the points prop in three of his last five appearances, suggesting a solid performance tonight. With a home average of 15.4 points per game, Okongwu could exceed the 15.5 points mark.
Boston’s Derrick White, known for his three-point shooting, could struggle tonight; he is averaging 3.1 successful shots on 9.5 attempts, but his efficiency has dipped to only 32.8%. This January, he has often failed to meet the mark in terms of threes made, hitting Under 3.5 successful shots in six of the last eight games. Given his current shooting woes, I also predict he will stay under the four three-pointers tonight.
Suggested Same-Game Parlay
- Jaylen Brown Under 30.5 points
- Onyeka Okongwu Over 15.5 points
- Derrick White Under 3.5 threes
- Neemias Queta Over 9.5 rebounds
Neemias Queta has been gathering a strong rebounding presence, with the Hawks allowing an average of 15 rebounds per game to opposing center players. He has gone Over on his rebounding total in three of his last six games.
Odds and Trends
For this evening’s game, the spread is as follows: Boston -3.5 (-110) and Atlanta +3.5 (-110). When looking at the moneyline, Boston sits at +135 whereas Atlanta stands at -160. The Over/Under is set at 230, with both options listed at (-110).
A noteworthy trend is that the Celtics have won 32 of their last 45 road games, showcasing their ability to perform well away from home. For viewers interested in catching the action, the matchup will air on NBCSB, with the anticipated start time being 7:30 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena. Stay tuned for insights and updates from the game.
Note: This article initially appeared on Covers.com, providing a thorough look at today’s NBA betting landscape.
