Boston comes into the game on a seven game win streak. But now, they’re without Marcus Smart and Malcolm Brogdon. With Boston’s best defensive player out of the fold, Atlanta’s backcourt could thrive. The Celtics frontcourt will have a tough time getting boards against a Hawks team who's top-10 rebounding team on offensive and defense. Boston also struggled with Oklahoma City who are a fast pace team, and so are the Hawks. I’m on Atlanta.

This was Boston +3 but has dipped a point with Marcus Smart ruled out for the Celtics. Not having the reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year against Trae Young and Dejounte Murray could be a problem. Fellow backcourt mate Malcolm Brogdon also is expected to sit. Atlanta is healthy.