As the Boston Celtics gear up to face the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena tonight, all eyes are on guard/forward Jaylen Brown. Despite his exceptional performance this season, he is projected to fall just short of hitting the Over on his points prop against the Hawks, set at 30.5 points.
Brown has been a standout player for the Celtics, especially in the absence of Jayson Tatum, averaging an impressive 29.4 points per game, ranking fifth in the NBA. This marks the best season of his career, showcasing how his increased role has brought out the best in him. However, recent trends suggest that tonight’s matchup may not see him surpass the 30-point mark. Notably, he has scored 27 points in each of his last two outings, but he has only hit over 30 points twice in January.
For this evening, experts recommend betting on Brown to stay Under 30.5 points as he has recorded the Under in three of his last five games.
In a related prediction, Onyeka Okongwu has emerged as a key player for the Hawks. He is currently averaging 16.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game and recently enjoyed a strong 26-point night against the Portland Trail Blazers. Bettors may find value in taking the Over on Okongwu’s points mark, positioned at 15.5.
Additionally, Derrick White of the Celtics has been struggling with his three-point shot, with averages of 2.5 makes out of 9.5 attempts in January. He is projected to remain Under 3.5 three-pointers tonight based on current performance trends.
The betting odds for this matchup indicate Boston as a slight favorite with a spread of -3.5. The Celtics have historically found success on the road, hitting the Moneyline in 32 of their last 45 away games.
Tonight’s game promises to be an exciting contest as the Celtics look to maintain their winning momentum against a revitalized Hawks team. Fans can catch the action starting at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBCSB and FDSN SE-ATL.