The Atlanta Hawks (4-7) will try to even their regular season series against the Boston Celtics (9-2) at TD Garden on Tuesday night. Although they are 2.5-point favourites, the Hawks are coming off a problematic 125-113 loss to Chicago. As five-point favourites, the Celtics defeated Milwaukee 113-107, showcasing their impressive winning streak, to continue their dominance.
Clint Capela and Jalen Johnson each scored 20 points as Atlanta, which averages 116.1 points per game, struggled offensively in its defeat. However, their offensive potential is a ray of hope. Their defence, which gives up 121.2 points per game, has been a major worry. To have a chance against the Celtics, who average 120.2 points per game and have outstanding performances from Jayson Tatum, the Hawks must strengthen their defence.
Boston, known for its strong defensive play, allows just 109.6 points per contest. With both teams having a high scoring potential, this game is expected to be a high-scoring one. Given the scoring trends of both teams, betting over 223.5 points is a promising choice for this game.