NEWSLETTER
The Boston Celtics will face the Atlanta Hawks in Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs.
The Celtics head into this contest following a 120-114 victory against the Hawks on Sunday. The Hawks’ most recent game on Tuesday ended in a 116-105 victory against the Heat. Payton Pritchard totaled 30 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists for the Celtics. In the Hawks’ win, Trae Young led the way with 25 points (adding eight rebounds and seven assists).
When is Celtics vs. Hawks and when does it start?
This matchup between the Celtics and Hawks is set to start on Saturday, April 15, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 3:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Celtics vs. Hawks
The Celtics and Hawks will take to the court at TD Garden for this matchup on April 15, and if you would like to see the event live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN.
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Celtics vs. Hawks Game Preview
Celtics Stats, Odds & Insights
The Celtics have been favorites in 72 games this season and won 51 (70.8%) of those contests.
The Celtics average just 0.2 fewer points per contest (117.9) than the Hawks surrender (118.1).
The Celtics hit 16 three-pointers per game (second-most in the league) while shooting 37.6% from deep (sixth-best in the NBA). They are making 4.4 more threes per contest than their opponents, who drain 11.6 per game while shooting 34.5%.
The Celtics have been significantly better offensively at home, where they average 120.5 points per game, compared to road games, where they score 115.4 per game. Defensively, they are better in home games, where they allow 110.5 points per game, versus road games, where they let opponents to average 112.4 per game.
The Celtics’ offense has been improved over their last 10 games, putting up 120.1 points per contest compared to the 117.9 they’ve averaged this year.
Hawks Stats, Odds & Insights
The Hawks put up 118.4 points per game (third in league) while allowing 118.1 per outing (25th in NBA). They have a +24 scoring differential.
The Hawks score seven more points per game (118.4) than the Celtics cede (111.4).
The Hawks make 10.8 3-pointers per game and shoot 35.2% from beyond the arc, ranking 24th and 21st, respectively, in the NBA.
The Hawks score 119.6 points per game at home, 2.4 more than on the road (117.2). Defensively they give up 117.4 per game, 1.5 fewer points than on the road (118.9).
Over their previous 10 games, the Hawks are posting 124.7 points per contest, 6.3 more than their season average (118.4).
Celtics Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 74 | 30.1 | 8.8 | 4.6 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 3.2 |
| Jaylen Brown | 67 | 26.6 | 6.9 | 3.5 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 2.4 |
| Malcolm Brogdon | 67 | 14.9 | 4.2 | 3.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 2 |
| Derrick White | 82 | 12.4 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1.8 |
| Marcus Smart | 61 | 11.5 | 3.1 | 6.3 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
Hawks Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trae Young | 73 | 26.2 | 3 | 10.2 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 2.1 |
| Dejounte Murray | 74 | 20.5 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 1.5 | 0.3 | 1.8 |
| De’Andre Hunter | 67 | 15.4 | 4.2 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 1.5 |
| Bogdan Bogdanovic | 54 | 14 | 3 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 2.7 |
| Saddiq Bey | 77 | 13.8 | 4.7 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 2 |
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