NBA · Final

Celtics Dominate Hawks in Convincing Victory

132

106

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · State Farm Arena

Boston Celtics 132, Atlanta Hawks 106, 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 Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks?

Boston Celtics beat Atlanta Hawks 132-106 at State Farm Arena on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at State Farm Arena, the Boston Celtics triumphed over the Atlanta Hawks with a final score of 132 to 106. This victory not only extends Boston's lead in the series to 2-0 but also reflects their strong performance throughout the season. The Celtics, now holding a record of 27-15, have shown resilience and skill, particularly in their recent games. Over their last ten outings, they have achieved a record of 6-4, with an average of 116.3 points scored and 109.8 points allowed per game. Their recent form includes a win against the Miami Heat, where they secured a narrow 119-114 victory, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure.

In contrast, the Hawks have struggled with consistency, now sitting at 20-25 for the season. Their recent record of 5-5 over the last ten games, coupled with a two-game losing streak, indicates challenges in both offense and defense. Atlanta averaged 115.1 points scored and allowed 114.9 points in this span, suggesting a tendency to engage in high-scoring affairs without sufficient defensive stops. Their last two games ended in losses to the Portland Trail Blazers and the Los Angeles Lakers, with scores of 101-117 and 116-141, respectively.

When examining home and away performances, the Hawks have a home record of 12-10, while their away performance has been less favorable at 8-15. The Celtics, on the other hand, have excelled on the road with a 12-8 record, further emphasizing their ability to perform away from home.

In their previous meetings this season, the Celtics have proven to be a formidable opponent for the Hawks. In their last encounter on January 19, 2025, Boston won 119-115, demonstrating their competitive edge. The Celtics also won the earlier matchup on November 13, 2024, with a narrow victory of 117-116. Atlanta's only win in the last three matchups came on November 5, 2024, where they fell short with a score of 93-123.

In terms of injuries, the Hawks faced challenges with three players listed as day-to-day: Mouhamed Gueye (foot), Keshon Gilbert (hip), and RayJ Dennis (Achilles). The Celtics also had a notable player, Jayson Tatum, listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue, which could have impacted their lineup and performance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Celtics favored by 3.5 points with a total set at 230.5. The odds reflected confidence in Boston's ability to cover the spread, with the moneyline set at -162 for the Celtics and +136 for the Hawks. These odds indicate a strong belief in Boston's capabilities, especially given their recent form and head-to-head success against Atlanta.

Conditions during the game were conducive to a high-paced matchup, as both teams have shown a propensity for scoring. The Celtics capitalized on their offensive strengths, while the Hawks struggled to keep pace, particularly in the second half. The Celtics' ability to create opportunities and execute plays effectively was evident, as they consistently found ways to score, especially in transition and from beyond the arc.

Viewers should have noted the Celtics' offensive efficiency and defensive tenacity throughout the game, which were key factors in their victory. The Hawks, while showing flashes of potential, were unable to maintain consistency, particularly in their defensive assignments, leading to open shots for the Celtics. As the game progressed, it became clear that Boston's depth and experience played a crucial role in their commanding performance.

Overall, this game highlighted the Celtics' strength as they continue to position themselves as a playoff contender, while the Hawks will need to regroup and address their defensive issues to improve their standing in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -3.5	230.5 o -112 / u -108	Boston Celtics -162 · Atlanta Hawks +136

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Injury report

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

Leaders

PointsOnyeka Okongwu21Atlanta Hawks
AssistsNickeil Alexander-Walker6Atlanta Hawks
ReboundsJalen Johnson8Atlanta Hawks
PointsJaylen Brown41Boston Celtics
AssistsDerrick White12Boston Celtics
ReboundsHugo Gonzalez8Boston Celtics

Recent form

Atlanta Hawks

Last 10: 5-5Streak L2115.1 scored · 114.9 allowed per game2-0 at home

L101-117at Portland Trail BlazersJan 16
L116-141at Los Angeles LakersJan 14
W124-111at Golden State WarriorsJan 12
W110-87at Denver NuggetsJan 10
W117-100vs New Orleans PelicansJan 8
L100-118at Toronto RaptorsJan 6
L117-134at Toronto RaptorsJan 4
W111-99at New York KnicksJan 3
W126-102vs Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 31
L129-140at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 30

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1116.3 scored · 109.8 allowed per game4-2 away

W119-114at Miami HeatJan 16
L96-98at Indiana PacersJan 13
L95-100vs San Antonio SpursJan 11
W125-117vs Toronto RaptorsJan 10
L110-114vs Denver NuggetsJan 8
W115-101vs Chicago BullsJan 6
W146-115at LA ClippersJan 4
W120-106at Sacramento KingsJan 2
W129-119at Utah JazzDec 31
L108-114at Portland Trail BlazersDec 28

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
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

Box score

Stat	Boston Celtics	Atlanta Hawks
Field goals	46-91	38-102
Field goal %	51	37
Three-pointers	22-52	15-46
Three-point %	42	33
Free throws	18-22	15-17
Free throw %	82	88
Rebounds	55	47
Offensive rebounds	11	13
Defensive rebounds	44	34
Assists	27	29
Steals	9	10
Blocks	8	4
Turnovers	16	11
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	19	12
Fast-break points	21	22
Points in the paint	40	42
Fouls	17	17
Largest lead	43	2
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	97	2

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter100-61Neemias Queta makes 2-foot layup (Sam Hauser assists)
3rd Quarter100-63Onyeka Okongwu makes driving dunk (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
3rd Quarter102-63Luka Garza makes tip shot
3rd Quarter102-66Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 25-foot running jump shot (CJ McCollum assists)
3rd Quarter104-66Jaylen Brown makes two point shot (Luka Garza assists)
3rd Quarter106-66Hugo Gonzalez makes running layup
3rd Quarter107-66Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter108-66Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter108-68Corey Kispert makes two point shot
3rd Quarter108-69Corey Kispert makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter108-71Jalen Johnson makes running layup
3rd Quarter109-71Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter111-71Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
3rd Quarter112-71Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter112-74Onyeka Okongwu makes 24-foot three point jumper (Luke Kennard assists)
3rd Quarter114-74Jaylen Brown makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
3rd Quarter117-74Anfernee Simons makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter117-77Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Johnson assists)
4th Quarter117-79Corey Kispert makes tip in dunk
4th Quarter120-79Hugo Gonzalez makes 26-foot three point jumper (Amari Williams assists)
4th Quarter120-82Corey Kispert makes 24-foot running pullup jump shot (Onyeka Okongwu assists)
4th Quarter120-83Jalen Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter123-83Sam Hauser makes 26-foot running jump shot (Baylor Scheierman assists)
4th Quarter126-83Sam Hauser makes 26-foot three point jumper (Anfernee Simons assists)
4th Quarter126-85CJ McCollum makes running layup (Corey Kispert assists)
4th Quarter126-87CJ McCollum makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter126-88CJ McCollum makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter126-91Mouhamed Gueye makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wallace assists)
4th Quarter129-91Ron Harper Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
4th Quarter129-93Asa Newell makes 1-foot layup (RayJ Dennis assists)
4th Quarter129-95Asa Newell makes running dunk (Keaton Wallace assists)
4th Quarter130-95Amari Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter131-95Amari Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter131-97Keaton Wallace makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (RayJ Dennis assists)
4th Quarter132-97Amari Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter132-99Asa Newell makes alley oop dunk (RayJ Dennis assists)
4th Quarter132-100Asa Newell makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter132-102Keaton Wallace makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot (RayJ Dennis assists)
4th Quarter132-103Keaton Wallace makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter132-106Caleb Houstan makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mouhamed Gueye assists)