Hawks Defeat Celtics in Thrilling Showdown at State Farm Arena

The Atlanta Hawks secured a 112-102 victory over the Boston Celtics on March 30, 2026, at State Farm Arena, extending their winning streak to four games. With this win, the Hawks improved their record to 43-33, asserting their position in the playoff race.

Game time was set for 7:30 p.m. ET, and a sellout crowd of 17,092 fans witnessed an intense matchup. The officials for the game were James Williams, Andy Nagy, and Intae Hwang. The Hawks capitalized on their home court advantage, shooting 46.7% from the field, making 43 of their 92 attempts, and hitting 39.5% from beyond the arc with 15 three-pointers out of 38 attempts.

The game was tightly contested, with the Celtics, who now hold a 50-25 record, struggling to maintain their momentum against a determined Hawks squad. Boston’s average of 114.1 points per game was challenged by Atlanta's high-scoring offense, which averages 118.3 points per game. The Celtics managed to score 102 points, but their efforts fell short as the Hawks kept the pressure on throughout the match.

Dyson Daniels was a standout for the Hawks, playing 37 minutes and scoring 18 points with an impressive shooting percentage of 72.7%, making 8 of 11 field goals. He also contributed significantly with 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Jalen Johnson led the scoring for Atlanta with 20 points, adding 12 rebounds and 5 assists to his performance. Onyeka Okongwu also made a notable impact, scoring 20 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.

Injuries played a role in the game, with the Celtics missing key players such as Nikola Vucevic and Jayson Tatum, who were out due to injury management. Derrick White was listed as probable but managed to contribute effectively. The Hawks also faced their challenges, with Onyeka Okongwu and Jonathan Kuminga both dealing with day-to-day injuries but still performing admirably.

The Celtics were led by Jaylen Brown, who scored 29 points, but his efforts couldn’t turn the tide. Luka Garza added 20 points for Boston, shooting an impressive 88.9% from the field. The Celtics struggled to find their rhythm and were out-rebounded by the Hawks, who finished the game with 45 total rebounds compared to Boston’s 48.

As the game progressed, it became clear that the Hawks were determined to secure a playoff spot, and their performance demonstrated their potential. The victory boosts their confidence and puts them in a stronger position as the regular season nears its end.

With the playoffs approaching, both teams will look to refine their strategies and improve their standings. The Celtics will need to regroup and address their injury concerns, aiming to maintain their competitive edge in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Hawks will look to carry this momentum into their next games, hoping to solidify their playoff position.

Fans can catch future games through various streaming options including Fubo and on channels like FDSSE and NBCS-BOS.