The Atlanta Hawks are heading into a challenging matchup against the Boston Celtics after securing two straight wins. In a promising development, the team updated its injury report revealing that Trae Young and De’Andre Hunter are both probable for tomorrow's game, while Jalen Johnson has progressed to questionable status. Meanwhile, players Zaccharie Risacher, Larry Nance, Kobe Bufkin, and Cody Zeller are confirmed out. Johnson, who has been sidelined since a recent loss to the Lakers, is showing positive signs of recovery.
In their last game against the Chicago Bulls, the Hawks displayed resilience despite missing key scorers. Notably, unexpected contributions from two-way players Keaton Wallace and Daeqwon Plowden propelled Atlanta to victory. Plowden made a memorable NBA debut with 19 points on impressive shooting percentages. Wallace added to the effort with a career-high 27 points, showcasing effective playmaking and defense. The Hawks managed to maintain their lead throughout the game, marking a successful outing under pressure.