The Atlanta star will need to find his playoff groove at home if the Hawks are going to have any chance of knocking off the Celtics.
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Celtics notebook: Hauser making most of surprise playoff opportunity against Hawks
Sam Hauser had a strong finish to the regular season and has gotten his chance in the playoffs.
Derrick White providing big boost for Celtics
White is averaging 25 points in the first two playoff games and has been excellent at both ends of the court, helping lessen the load on Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.
Celtics cruise to 2-0 series lead over Hawks
Jayson Tatum has 29 points and 10 rebounds, while Derrick White adds 26 points as Boston rolls to a 119-106 win.
Donovan Mitchell and Cavs look to rebound after being bullied by Knicks in opener
A look at Tuesday’s NBA playoff games, including Hawks at Celtics, Knicks at Cavaliers, and Clippers at Suns.
Tom Caron: Another reason why Boston is the greatest sports city in America
Sports stars past and present pay tribute to the victims of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and celebrate the city’s vibrant sports scene.
NBA playoffs: Robert Williams III proves he’s the X-factor for Boston
Rested and healthy, Williams had 12 points and eight rebounds in the Celtics’ Game 1 win over Atlanta.
Celtics ride dominant first half to Game 1 win over Hawks
Boston builds a 30-point halftime lead and withstands a sloppy second half in its playoff opener.
Celtics hope for deep playoff run, with Hawks as first obstacle
Boston, eyeing a return to the NBA Finals, swept its three games against Atlanta during the regular season.
Celtics notebook: Williams feeling good physically, embraces offensive challenge
Center Robert Williams is ready top make big contributions as Boston enters the playoffs