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The Boston Celtics will once again try to end the series and advance to the second round when they play Game 6 of this series against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday? But will the Hawks force Game 7?
Read on for more about this Celtics vs Hawks matchup in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, including the latest odds, pick, and prediction to win this showdown, as brought to you by JefeBet. Also, don’t forget to check out the other NBA game previews here to help you make the best betting decisions.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks NBA Playoffs Game 6 Round 1 on April 27, 2023
- Where: State Farm Arena, Atlanta
- When: Thursday, April 27, 2023, 8:30 PM ET
- NBA Betting Odds: View NBA Odds
Betting on the Boston Celtics
- Regular Season Record: 57-25
The Celtics can only kick themselves in the head over their 119-117 loss in Game 5 to Atlanta. Boston had that game in the bag until a series of foolish decisions and plays had the Celtics shooting themselves in the foot and helping pave the way for a Hawks comeback. Nevertheless, the Celtics still have two bullets and they are still guaranteed a home-game advantage in a potential Game 7 showdown in this series.
Boston had Game 5 in control for three quarters and should continue to feel that it can dominate the Hawks. If anything, that defeat to Atlanta only served as a wake-up call for Boston, which is averaging 119.2 points on 51.3 percent shooting from the field in the playoffs. Conversely, the Celtics are holding the Hawks to only 115 points on a 45.5 field goal percentage.
Betting on the Atlanta Hawks
- Regular Season Record: 41-41
The important thing for the Hawks is that they are still alive with a grand opportunity to push the series against Boston to the hill. The Hawks get a huge plus in Game 6, as they will be playing at home in an elimination game. The crowd in Atlanta will certainly have a positive impact on Trae Young and the Hawks, who survived Game 5 despite missing the services of guard Dejounte Murray.
The former San Antonio Spurs guard got suspended for Game 5 for his actions following the Hawks’ loss in Game 4. That’s all behind for him and the Hawks, though, as he will be making his return to action this coming Thursday. Murray is the second-leading scorer of the Hawks in this series with 25.3 points on 45.6 percent shooting from the field. His playmaking and rebounding along with his defense will be counted upon by the Hawks in Game 6.
JefeBet Prediction
This time, the Celtics will take control of the contest from start to finish. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown each score at least 25 points, while Marcus Smart recovers from a disastrous Game 5 by making a huge impact on defense.
Prediction: The Celtics win, 121-111.
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