Peachtree Hoops · Jan 29, 2022
Hawks beat Celtics 108-92 behind active defensive effort
Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty ImagesThe Atlanta Hawks hosted the Boston Celtics on Friday night as they looked to extend their five-game winning streak. The Hawks were able to extend their streak to six games with an end-to-end 108-92 win over the Celtics in this one. While Boston threatened at times, the Hawks never trailed in the final three quarters of this game as their defense carried them to the win.
John Collins led Atlanta to the win with 21 points, nine rebounds and three blocks. Trae Young added 21 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Bogdan Bogdanovic had 19 points off the bench, with Danilo Gallinari adding 14.