nba Game Recap
Hawks Down Boston 120-118 - Match Report
The Hawks grabbed a 120-118 win over the Celtics on Monday, behind a 24-point effort from De'Andre Hunter at State Farm Arena.
Bettors who backed the Hawks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +10.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 225.5.
Atlanta got 22 points from Bogdan Bogdanovic and another 19 points from Dejounte Murray. Dejounte Murray contributed 15 assists, while Clint Capela cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
The Celtics got a 37-point performance from Jayson Tatum, who was supported by 24 points from Jaylen Brown. Payton Pritchard had 6 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Al Horford grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Boston were victorious, as the score was 74-56 at the break.
Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-38.
Atlanta heads into a battle against the Trail Blazers. Boston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Atlanta.