Atlanta Hawks vs Boston Celtics Player Prop Picks 11/12/24

Atlanta Hawks vs Boston Celtics Player Prop Picks

The upcoming matchup between the Boston Celtics and Atlanta Hawks on November 12, 2024, is expected to be an exciting game at TD Garden. The Celtics are heavy favorites for this contest. Boston has been in excellent form, bolstered by star players like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Tatum, in particular, will be a key player to watch, as he is capable of dominating both offensively and defensively.

On the other hand, the Hawks, led by Trae Young, will be looking to disrupt Boston’s game plan. Young’s ability to score and distribute the ball will be crucial, especially with support from Jalen Johnson and Clint Capela. The Hawks’ defensive challenges could be exposed by the Celtics’ deep roster and high-paced offense.

Derrick White Over 3.5 Three Pointers

Derrick White has been a solid contributor from beyond the arc for the Boston Celtics. He’s averaging 9.2 three-point attempts per game and hitting 3.7 of those shots, giving him an impressive 40.2% three-point shooting percentage. White’s shooting from deep has been a valuable asset for the Celtics’ offense, as he continues to spread the floor and score efficiently from long range. His consistent shooting helps open up driving lanes for his teammates, particularly for stars like Jayson Tatum, and contributes to Boston’s strong offensive start to the season.

After hitting over this line of 3.5 three-pointers in five straight games we’ve seen Derrick White go under this number in two consecutive games. I think he gets back on track with being matched up against the Hawks who are currently allowing the most three-pointers to opposing teams with an average of 16.7 threes allowed. 

Jayson Tatum Over 7.5 Rebounds

Jayson Tatum has continued to make a strong impact on the boards, averaging around 7.6 rebounds per game. His rebounding stats show consistency, balancing both offensive and defensive responsibilities. Tatum’s rebounding average highlights his value in not just scoring but also contributing to Boston’s possession and transition game, as he often helps initiate fast breaks following defensive rebounds. His efforts on the glass complement the Celtics’ rebounding core and add versatility to his role on the court, making him one of the more complete forwards in the league.

Jayson Tatum is currently leading his team in rebounds. He’s coming off a game where he had 12 boards and the game before that he secured 9 boards. I expect him to have another big game on the glass as the Atlanta Hawks are allowing 53.5 rebounds per game which is above the league average. I expect that Vegas will increase Tatum’s rebound line as the season goes on so let’s take advantage of the line being at 7.5

Trae Young Over 26.5 Points

Trae Young has been doing it all this season with him averaging 23.9 points per game so far. While he’s known for his shooting ability, his efficiency has been a bit lower this season; he’s shooting 39.0% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Young’s free-throw shooting, however, has been stellar, with a high accuracy of 88.5%, helping bolster his scoring output. In several games, he’s hit impressive point totals, including 38 points against the Charlotte Hornets and 35 points against the Washington Wizards, showcasing his scoring prowess and ability to take over games​.

This matchup is brutal for the Hawks as the Celtics are able to exploit a lot of things the Hawks struggle with on defense. With that being said I expect the Hawks to be playing from behind which will be a good game script for Trae Young to score a lot of points. If the ball isn’t in Trae Young’s hands this game will get ugly for the Hawks and Atlanta knows that.