Alright, let's talk Celtics and Hawks. The key matchup here is easy: Jayson Tatum against Dejounte Murray. Tatum's been on a tear, averaging 30.1 points and 8.2 rebounds over his last ten games. Murray, though, has really stepped up with Trae Young out, dropping 28.3 points a night in his last six contests.
Boston's been a bit up and down lately, losing to the Warriors and Cavaliers in close ones, but they still hold the best record in the East at 48-24. The Hawks, meanwhile, have won four straight, including a solid victory over the Blazers where Murray had 40 points. Atlanta's playing with house money, looking loose.
But here's the thing: Boston at home is a different beast. They'll adjust. Celtics win this one, 122-115.
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