Published Jan 16, 4:35pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Jan 16, 4:35pm ET
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Updated Jan 16, 4:35pm ET
One of the games on Saturday's NBA slate features the Atlanta Hawks hosting the Boston Celtics. Who has the edge in our Hawks vs Celtics pick?
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| Atlanta Hawks | +4 (-110) |
| Boston Celtics | -4 (-110) |
After a three-game win streak, Atlanta has dropped its last three games, including a 117-101 loss againt the Trail Blazers.
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The game was tight throught the first three quarters, with the Hawks trailing 88-87 entering the final frame. However, the Blazers outscored their opponent 29-14 on their way to a double-digit win.
Onyeka Okongwu led the starting unit with 26 points and nine rebounds. CJ McCollum added 20 points and four assists off the bench.
The Celtics ended a two-game slide with a 119-114 win against the Miami Heat on Thursday night.
Boston trailed by 11 points after the opening 12 minutes and by a 10-point margin entering the final frame. Fortunately, the Celtics flipped the script in the game's last 12 minutes, with a decisive 36-21 edge.
Anfernee Simons, who comes off the bench, led the way with 39 points on 7-for-16 shooting from 3-point range. Jaylen Brown contributed 27 points and seven rebounds.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Cs are 7-1 in their last eight matchups against Eastern Conference opponents and are 5-0 against the spread in their their last five outings against teams in the Southeast Division.
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Boston Celtics
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