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Neemias Queta Contributes to Celtics' Latest Victory

Pritchard and Tatum Lead Boston Past Hawks After 16-Point Deficit
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The Boston Celtics, with Neemias Queta starting (5 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists), defeated the Atlanta Hawks 109-102 at TD Garden on Friday night.

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In a game that saw Jaylen Brown sidelined due to Achilles tendinitis, Payton Pritchard led the charge with 36 points, while Jayson Tatum recorded a double-double with 26 points and 12 rebounds.

For the Hawks, who entered the game on an impressive run of 14 wins in their last 15 outings, Jalen Johnson stood out with 29 points, supported by CJ McCollum with 21 and Nickeil Alexander-Walker with 20.

Despite a strong start that saw them build a 25-9 lead in the first quarter, the Hawks watched as the Celtics mounted a comeback to secure their second consecutive victory.

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