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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks predictions for NBA Monday.
The Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics will meet in NBA action at State Farm Arena on Monday, with tipoff at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Hawks as the most likely winner of the Celtics vs. Hawks game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Hawks lineup will feature players like Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum, while the Celtics will be led by Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Celtics vs. Hawks prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NBA matchup between the Celtics and Hawks, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Hawks a 59% chance of defeating the Celtics. Our predicted final score has the Hawks winning 114-111.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Celtics and Hawks each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 225.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.
Celtics vs. Hawks odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Celtics | Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.5 (-105) | -2.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +125 | -142 |
| Total | o225.5 (-105) | u225.5 (-106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Hawks picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Hawks -2.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Hawks | -142 |
| Total | Over 225.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is Hawks to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Celtics vs. Hawks player props
Looking for Boston vs. Atlanta NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at State Farm Arena.
Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the Celtics with 31 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists, while Jalen Johnson is projected to have 22 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists for the Hawks.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Celtics prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Celtics are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 31 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 55 |
| Derrick White | 18 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 39 |
| P. Pritchard | 18 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 |
| Luka Garza | 12 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 26 |
| Sam Hauser | 11 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 23 |
Hawks prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Hawks:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Johnson | 22 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 52 |
| N. Alexander-Walker | 18 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 |
| CJ McCollum | 17 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
| Onyeka Okongwu | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 31 |
| Dyson Daniels | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 33 |
Celtics vs. Hawks game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Hawks and Celtics at State Farm Arena is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Celtics vs. Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Monday, March 30, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: State Farm Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Hawks, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Celtics on Monday, with Jaylen Brown projected for a game-high 55 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Celtics vs. Hawks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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