Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks: Preview, Odds, and Predictions for November 4

The Boston Celtics, boasting a strong 6-1 record, are set to face the Atlanta Hawks, who are currently 3-4, in an NBA matchup on Monday, November 4, 2024. The game is scheduled to tip off at 7:45 PM ET at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, and will be broadcast on NBCS-BOS and FDSSE, with live streaming available on FuboTV.

The Celtics, favored by 10.5 points, have been in impressive form this season, led by Jayson Tatum who is averaging 30.3 points and 7.6 rebounds per game. Despite being without key players Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis due to injuries, the Celtics have maintained their dominance, particularly on offense, where they rank best in the league with 123.7 points per game.

The Atlanta Hawks, coming off a significant 126-111 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, will look to build on their recent success. Jalen Johnson and Trae Young were instrumental in the Hawks’ win, with Johnson scoring 29 points and Young contributing 23 points and 12 assists. The Hawks have shown strong offensive capabilities, averaging 118.4 points per game, but have struggled defensively, allowing 121.7 points per contest.

Betting odds suggest the Celtics are likely to cover the spread, given their historical performance as favorites and the Hawks’ recent struggles against teams with winning records. However, some analysts predict the Hawks could keep the game close, given their home-court advantage and recent offensive surge.

In terms of total points, the over/under is set at 234.5 points, with many predicting the game to go over due to the high-scoring nature of both teams. The Celtics and Hawks have a history of high-scoring games, with the Celtics ranking first in the league in three-point field goals made per game and the Hawks also showing a penchant for high-scoring matches.

The series history between the two teams has been closely contested, with the Celtics winning six out of their last ten games against the Hawks. However, the Hawks have managed to secure recent victories, including a 123-122 overtime win in their last matchup.