Hawks Defeat Celtics 112-102 in Home Rematch

Atlanta secures 13th straight win after recent loss to Boston

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:41am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting an abstract basketball game, with overlapping planes of the Atlanta Hawks' red and gold colors clashing against the Boston Celtics' green and white hues.The Hawks' decisive home victory over the Celtics showcases the team's ability to rebound from a recent loss and maintain their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race.Atlanta Today

The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Boston Celtics 112-102 on Monday night, three days after losing to the Celtics on the road. Onyeka Okongwu and Jalen Johnson each scored 20 points to lead the Hawks to victory in the home rematch.

Why it matters

The win extends the Hawks' winning streak to 13 games, showcasing the team's resilience and ability to bounce back after a recent loss to their Eastern Conference rival. The result also tightens the race for playoff positioning in the NBA's Eastern Conference.

The details

The Hawks were led by strong performances from Onyeka Okongwu and Jalen Johnson, who each scored 20 points. Atlanta was able to pull away in the third quarter, outscoring the Celtics 35-25 in the period to take control of the game.

  • The Hawks lost to the Celtics on the road just three days prior to Monday's rematch.
  • Monday's game was played on March 31, 2026.

The players

Onyeka Okongwu

A starting forward for the Atlanta Hawks who scored 20 points in the win.

Jalen Johnson

A starting forward for the Atlanta Hawks who also scored 20 points in the victory.

Boston Celtics

The Eastern Conference rival of the Atlanta Hawks, who the Hawks defeated at home on Monday night.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to come out with a lot of energy and focus after that tough loss. The guys really responded well and we were able to get the win at home.”

— Nate McMillan, Head Coach, Atlanta Hawks

What’s next

The Hawks will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday, April 3rd.

The takeaway

The Hawks' ability to quickly bounce back and defeat the Celtics at home demonstrates the team's resilience and competitive spirit as they jockey for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference.