Hawks Defeat Celtics 112-102 in Crucial Matchup
Monday, March 30, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · State Farm Arena
Atlanta Hawks 112, Boston Celtics 102, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks?
Atlanta Hawks beat Boston Celtics 112-102 at State Farm Arena on March 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks?
Atlanta Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
The Atlanta Hawks secured a vital victory against the Boston Celtics, winning 112-102 at State Farm Arena. This win puts the series between the two teams at a tie of 2-2, heightening the stakes as they vie for playoff positioning. The Hawks improved their home record to 44-33, while the Celtics fell to 50-26 on the road.
In terms of recent form, the Hawks have been strong, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games, with an average of 121.1 points scored and 111.3 points allowed. Their latest victory against the Sacramento Kings, where they won 123-113, showcased their offensive capabilities. The Hawks are currently on a one-game winning streak and have won six consecutive home games.
The Celtics, on the other hand, have also performed well recently, with a 7-3 record in their last ten outings, averaging 112.0 points scored and allowing 106.4 points. They entered this game on a three-game winning streak, including a solid win against the Charlotte Hornets, where they triumphed 114-99. However, their recent loss to the Hawks just days prior (109-102) may have added pressure on them to perform better in this matchup.
When examining their home and away performances, the Hawks have excelled at home with a perfect 6-0 record in their last six games at State Farm Arena. Conversely, the Celtics have a mixed away record of 2-2 in their last four road games, indicating they may struggle outside of their home environment.
In terms of head-to-head meetings, this matchup has been closely contested, with the record standing at 3-3 over their last six encounters, including the current season. The previous games have seen both teams exchange victories, with the Celtics winning the most recent matchup just a few days before this game.
Injury concerns were present for both teams heading into this game. For the Hawks, Mouhamed Gueye, Keshon Gilbert, and RayJ Dennis were all listed as day-to-day, while the Celtics had Jayson Tatum also marked as day-to-day due to a knee issue. The status of these players could have influenced the game dynamics, but both teams managed to field competitive lineups.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of this game, with DraftKings listing the Hawks as 2.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 225.5, with the over odds at -105.0 and under odds at -115.0, indicating a balanced expectation for scoring.
Conditions for the game were favorable, with the home crowd at State Farm Arena providing a significant boost to the Hawks. As the game progressed, notable scoring plays included CJ McCollum's driving layup and Jaylen Brown's pullup jump shot, which highlighted the offensive efforts from both teams in the fourth quarter.
Ultimately, the Hawks' ability to execute in crucial moments, particularly in the final quarter, allowed them to maintain their lead and secure the win. This game not only showcased the talent on both sides but also set the stage for an exciting remainder of the series.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ATL -2.5 | 225.5 o -105 / u -115 | Boston Celtics +120 · Atlanta Hawks -142 |
Injury report
- Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
- Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
- RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks
- Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
Leaders
- PointsJalen Johnson20Atlanta Hawks
- AssistsNickeil Alexander-Walker6Atlanta Hawks
- ReboundsJalen Johnson12Atlanta Hawks
- PointsJaylen Brown29Boston Celtics
- AssistsJaylen Brown9Boston Celtics
- ReboundsJaylen Brown10Boston Celtics
Recent form
Atlanta Hawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak W1121.1 scored · 111.3 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W123-113vs Sacramento KingsMar 28
- L102-109at Boston CelticsMar 27
- 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
Boston Celtics
Last 10: 7-3Streak W3112 scored · 106.4 allowed per game2-2 away
- W114-99at Charlotte HornetsMar 29
- W109-102vs Atlanta HawksMar 27
- 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
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 | 35-85 | 43-92 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 14-37 | 15-38 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 39 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 11-15 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 36 |
| Assists | 18 | 28 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 7 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 48 |
| Fouls | 18 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 12 | 12 |
| Time in front | 16 | 70 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter68-74Payton Pritchard makes 27-foot three pointer (Derrick White assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-77Onyeka Okongwu makes 23-foot three point jumper (CJ McCollum assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-79Jonathan Kuminga makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter69-79Amari Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-79Amari Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-80Onyeka Okongwu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-81Onyeka Okongwu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter73-81Hugo Gonzalez makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-83Dyson Daniels makes 5-foot floating jump shot (Jonathan Kuminga assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-83Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter75-83Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-83Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-85Jonathan Kuminga makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter76-86Jonathan Kuminga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-87Jonathan Kuminga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-90Dyson Daniels makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gabe Vincent assists)
- 4th Quarter77-90Charles Bassey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-93CJ McCollum makes 25-foot three pointer (Dyson Daniels assists)
- 4th Quarter77-95CJ McCollum makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Dyson Daniels assists)
- 4th Quarter78-95Jordan Walsh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-98Onyeka Okongwu makes 24-foot three point jumper (CJ McCollum assists)
- 4th Quarter80-98Jaylen Brown makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter80-101Zaccharie Risacher makes 25-foot three point jumper (Onyeka Okongwu assists)
- 4th Quarter83-101Baylor Scheierman makes 23-foot three point jumper (Derrick White assists)
- 4th Quarter85-101Luka Garza makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter87-101Jaylen Brown makes 1-foot driving dunk
- 4th Quarter89-101Luka Garza makes layup
- 4th Quarter89-103Jalen Johnson makes 20-foot turnaround jump shot (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
- 4th Quarter92-103Jordan Walsh makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
- 4th Quarter95-103Jaylen Brown makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter95-106Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 24-foot three point jumper (CJ McCollum assists)
- 4th Quarter98-106Jaylen Brown makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter98-108CJ McCollum makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter100-108Jaylen Brown makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter100-109Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter100-110Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter101-110Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter102-110Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter102-111Jalen Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-112Jalen Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Atlanta Hawks, below favours Boston Celtics.
Venue
- State Farm ArenaAtlanta, GA
- Attendance17092
- OfficialsJames Williams, Andy Nagy, Intae Hwang
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