NBA · Final

Celtics Edge Hawks in Close Contest at TD Garden

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Friday, March 27, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · TD Garden

Boston Celtics 109, Atlanta Hawks 102, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Atlanta Hawks vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics beat Atlanta Hawks 109-102 at TD Garden on March 27, 2026.

Who was favored in Atlanta Hawks vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.

The Boston Celtics secured a narrow victory over the Atlanta Hawks with a final score of 109-102 at TD Garden. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as the Celtics now lead the season series 3-1 against the Hawks, showcasing their competitive edge in recent encounters. The Celtics, boasting a home record of 49-24, have demonstrated strong performance at home, winning seven of their last ten games, with an average of 112.6 points scored and 106.1 points allowed during that stretch. In contrast, the Hawks, with an away record of 41-33, have been on a hot streak, winning nine of their last ten games, averaging 123.5 points scored and 111.9 points allowed.

The Celtics entered this game on a one-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-109. Their last five games show a record of 4-1, with an average of 113.6 points scored and 106.8 points allowed. The Hawks, meanwhile, came into the game riding a three-game winning streak, including a thrilling 130-129 victory over the Detroit Pistons in their last outing. Their last five games also reflect a strong performance, with an average of 126.4 points scored and 116.6 points allowed.

In terms of home versus away performance, the Celtics have excelled at TD Garden, holding a 5-1 record in their last six home games. The Hawks, while successful at home, have shown vulnerability in away games, with a 2-1 record in their last three away contests. Previous meetings this season between these two teams have been competitive, with the Celtics winning decisively 132-106 in their earlier matchup on January 18, 2026, but losing 106-117 at home on January 29, 2026.

Injury concerns were present for both teams, with Boston's star player Jayson Tatum listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue. The Hawks faced multiple injury concerns as well, with Mouhamed Gueye (foot), Keshon Gilbert (hip), and RayJ Dennis (Achilles) all listed as day-to-day. The absence of key players could have significant implications for both teams' strategies and performances.

Betting lines from DraftKings indicated the Celtics were favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 223.5 points. The Celtics had a moneyline of -218, while the Hawks were at +180, reflecting the market's confidence in Boston's ability to secure the win at home.

The game conditions were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams eager to assert their dominance in the playoff race. Fans were treated to a tense fourth quarter where the Celtics maintained their lead through crucial free throws by Tatum and Payton Pritchard. Tatum's ability to convert from the free-throw line was pivotal, as he scored several key points in the final moments, solidifying the Celtics' lead.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the Celtics' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while the Hawks demonstrated their offensive firepower despite the loss. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with the Celtics aiming to strengthen their playoff positioning and the Hawks seeking to overcome their injury challenges and maintain their recent form.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -4.5	223.5 o -112 / u -108	Atlanta Hawks +180 · Boston Celtics -218

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Injury report

Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks

Leaders

PointsPayton Pritchard36Boston Celtics
AssistsJayson Tatum5Boston Celtics
ReboundsJayson Tatum12Boston Celtics
PointsJalen Johnson29Atlanta Hawks
AssistsJalen Johnson6Atlanta Hawks
ReboundsOnyeka Okongwu9Atlanta Hawks

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Boston Celtics

Last 10: 7-3Streak W1112.6 scored · 106.1 allowed per game5-1 at home

W119-109vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 25
L92-102vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 23
W117-112at Memphis GrizzliesMar 21
W120-99vs Golden State WarriorsMar 18
W120-112vs Phoenix SunsMar 16
W111-100vs Washington WizardsMar 14
L102-104at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 13
L116-125at San Antonio SpursMar 11
W109-98at Cleveland CavaliersMar 8
W120-100vs Dallas MavericksMar 7

Atlanta Hawks

Last 10: 9-1Streak W3123.5 scored · 111.9 allowed per game2-1 away

W130-129at Detroit PistonsMar 25
W146-107vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 23
W126-110vs Golden State WarriorsMar 22
L95-117at Houston RocketsMar 21
W135-120at Dallas MavericksMar 19
W124-112vs Orlando MagicMar 16
W122-99vs Milwaukee BucksMar 14
W108-97vs Brooklyn NetsMar 12
W124-112vs Dallas MavericksMar 10
W125-116vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 7

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	Atlanta Hawks	Boston Celtics
Field goals	34-87	38-81
Field goal %	39	47
Three-pointers	15-42	14-35
Three-point %	36	40
Free throws	19-24	19-23
Free throw %	79	83
Rebounds	35	52
Offensive rebounds	10	13
Defensive rebounds	25	39
Assists	23	26
Steals	6	0
Blocks	4	4
Turnovers	4	15
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	20
Fast-break points	14	6
Points in the paint	34	38
Fouls	21	20
Largest lead	16	11
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	51	43

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter72-75Jalen Johnson makes 2-foot driving dunk (Gabe Vincent assists)
3rd Quarter72-78Luka Garza makes 26-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
3rd Quarter73-78Jonathan Kuminga makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter73-79Derrick White makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter73-80Derrick White makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter76-80Zaccharie Risacher makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jonathan Kuminga assists)
3rd Quarter77-80Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter78-80Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter78-82Payton Pritchard makes two point shot
3rd Quarter78-83Payton Pritchard makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter78-84Payton Pritchard makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter79-84Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter79-85Jayson Tatum makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter82-85CJ McCollum makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter82-87Jayson Tatum makes 17-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter82-89Jayson Tatum makes 17-foot two point shot
4th Quarter82-91Luka Garza makes driving layup (Jayson Tatum assists)
4th Quarter84-91CJ McCollum makes 2-foot layup (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
4th Quarter84-93Payton Pritchard makes driving layup
4th Quarter84-95Neemias Queta makes alley oop dunk (Jayson Tatum assists)
4th Quarter86-95Onyeka Okongwu makes running layup (Jalen Johnson assists)
4th Quarter86-97Jayson Tatum makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter89-97Jalen Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dyson Daniels assists)
4th Quarter89-100Jayson Tatum makes 27-foot three pointer
4th Quarter92-100Jalen Johnson makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter95-100CJ McCollum makes 23-foot three pointer (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
4th Quarter95-101Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-101Jalen Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-101Jalen Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter97-102Jayson Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-103Jayson Tatum makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter99-103Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 9-foot two point shot
4th Quarter99-104Jayson Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-105Jayson Tatum makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter99-106Jayson Tatum makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter99-107Jayson Tatum makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter101-107Onyeka Okongwu makes tip shot
4th Quarter101-108Payton Pritchard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter101-109Payton Pritchard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-109CJ McCollum makes free throw 2 of 2