The Atlanta Hawks (7-27) visit the Boston Celtics (23-8) Friday at TD Garden for a 7 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Hawks-Celtics odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.
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Hawks at Celtics: Key injuries
Hawks
- SG Kevin Huerter (back) probable
- PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) probable
Celtics
- PG Kemba Walker (illness) questionable
- SF Jaylen Brown (illness) probable
- C Vincent Poirier (finger) out
- C Robert Williams III (hip) out
Hawks at Celtics: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips
NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 1:20 p.m. ET.
Prediction
Celtics 120, Hawks 107
Moneyline (ML)
The Celtics (-625) are heavy home favorites as they have won seven of their last eight games. Atlanta, on the other hand, has lost 10 of its last 11 games. While it’s easy to pick the Celtics in this contest to win, there just isn’t enough value in this moneyline. PASS for more profitable odds on the spread.
Line/Against the Spread (ATS)
The CELTICS (-10.5, -115) are double-digit favorites and for good reason. Boston has covered in five of its last seven games and has won 13 of its last 15 games at home. Despite likely not having Walker for this game, the Celtics should have no problem scoring against the league’s second-worst defense. Expect the Celtics to cover with ease.
Over/Under (O/U)
The total for this Eastern Conference matchup is set at 222.5, but that seems far too low considering how explosive each offense can be on any given night. Both teams have elite scorers capable of getting hot at a moment’s notice. While this is expected to be a blow-out, look for the OVER 222.5 (-121) to hit in Boston.
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