Atlanta Hawks vs Toronto Raptors Preview
Two teams on four-game losing streaks will meet in Atlanta today as the Hawks (-260) host the Raptors (+207). The over/under line for this Eastern Conference matchup is currently set at 239.5 points.
Tipoff for this game is scheduled for 6:00 ET and can be seen on BSSE.
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Atlanta Hawks vs Toronto Raptors Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Last season, the Raptors and Hawks did not face off head-to-head. When looking back over the last three times these two teams have played, the Hawks have the leg up at 2-1. The Hawks also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 236 points per game leading to an over/under record of 1-2.
- Across their last five road contests, Toronto has a 3-2 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-4, while averaging 119 points per game.
- Across the Hawks last ten home games, the team averaged 116 points per game while allowing 125. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 2-8, while going 3-7 straight-up.
- Going back to their last three games as the underdog, the Raptors have a straight up record of 0-3. But, their mark vs the spread was just 0-3.
- Going back to their previous five games as the favorite, Atlanta has an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 2-3 straight up.
Atlanta Hawks vs Toronto Raptors Prediction
Toronto has lost four straight games and is 16-29 on the season. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 12th place and are 5th in the Atlantic Division.
On the road, the Raptors are 6-16 this season, and they are 11-11 ATS on the road. As the underdog, they are 8-21 straight-up and 14-15 against the spread.
This year, Toronto has an O/U record of 23-21-1, and their games have averaged 230.8 points per game. Today’s O/U line of 239.5 is higher than 40 of their previous games.
In their last game, the Raptors lost to the Clippers by a score of 127-107. Toronto was 8-point underdogs in that game, and the O/U line was 236.5.
Overall, the Raptors are 21-24 ATS this season and have failed to cover in their last four games. Today, they are 6.5-point underdogs.
When it comes to scoring, the Raptors are averaging 114.2 points per game this season, which is 18th in the NBA. However, they have been better on the road, averaging 116.7 points compared to 111.8 at home.
So far, Toronto has outscored the league average in 44.4% of their games and are currently 10th in field goal percentage at 47%. In terms of pace, they are 17th in the league.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Raptors are 25th in three-point percentage at 35%. They are also 25th in three-point attempts but are 5th in two-point field goal percentage at 55%.
On average, the Toronto defense is giving up 116.6 points per game (17th). Right now, they are on a 3 game streak of giving up fewer points than their season average. The Toronto defense has allowed opponents to shoot 37.8% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 48.7% of their field goal attempts vs. Toronto.
The Hawks have lost four straight games and are 18-27 overall this season. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 11th place and are 3rd in the Southeast Division.
As the favorite, the Hawks have a record of 12-11 this season and are favored by 6.5 points against the Raptors. Their ATS record as the favorite is 5-18, and they have gone 6-16 vs. the spread as the favorite this season.
On average, the Hawks’ games have finished with 243.4 points this season, which is higher than today’s O/U line of 239.5. Atlanta’s last two games have gone over the O/U line.
In their last game, the Hawks lost to the Mavericks by a score of 148-143. The O/U line for that game was 247.5, and Atlanta was favored by 1.5 points going into the game.
For the season, the Hawks have an ATS record of 11-34, including going 4-17 vs. the spread at home. In non-conference games, they are 6-7 vs. the spread on the road and 7-17 overall.
When playing at home, the Hawks are averaging 121.4 points per game, which is 6th in the NBA. Overall, they are 5th in scoring at 120.1 points per game. In terms of pace, Atlanta is 5th in the league at 101.3 possessions per game.
So far this season, the Hawks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 57.8% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, Atlanta is 22nd in the league at 46%. They are also 22nd in two-point shooting at 53%.
One area where the Hawks have excelled is getting to the free-throw line. They are 6th in free throw attempts and 4th in made free throws at 20.2 per game. In terms of assists, Atlanta is 20th in the league at 25.7 per game.
Looking at the Hawks defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 123.3 points per game (29th). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Hawks are forcing 13 per game, which is 16th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 25th in blocked shots at 4.5 per game.
In spite of being 6.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the Raptors winning this one 112-111.
Atlanta Hawks vs Toronto Raptors Betting Tips
- We like the Raptors on the moneyline (+207)
- The Raptors are also our pick on the spread at +6.5
- Our NBA model projects 223 points, and we suggest taking the under
Atlanta Hawks Injury Report
- De’Andre Hunter – Knee – Out
- Bruno Fernando – Back – Out
- Vít Krejčí – Shoulder – Out
- Mouhamed Gueye – Back – Out
Toronto Raptors Injury Report
- Jakob Poeltl – Ankle – Doubtful
- Jontay Porter – Eye – Probable
- Immanuel Quickley – Quadriceps – Out
