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Recap - Celtics Defeat Atlanta 128-120

The Celtics got a 32-point performance from Jaylen Brown as Boston handed Atlanta a 128-120 defeat on Thursday at State Farm Arena.

Bettors who backed the Celtics were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 230.0.

Jayson Tatum had 30 points for Boston and Marcus Smart chipped in with 22 points. Jayson Tatum had 7 assists for the Celtics, while Jayson Tatum was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

Atlanta got 30 points from Trae Young in a losing cause and another 20 points from De'Andre Hunter. Dejounte Murray contributed 11 assists for the Hawks, while Onyeka Okongwu had 11 rebounds.

The Celtics hit the break winning 68-67 before taking care of business in the second half.

Boston had a 47-45 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.