Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Clippers Preview
The Clippers (-149) look to extend their winning streak to four games as they travel to Atlanta to take on the Hawks (+123). The over/under line is currently set at 243 points.
Los Angeles (33-15) is currently third in the Western Conference, while Atlanta (22-27) sits 10th in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks have won four straight and are 2.5-point underdogs at home.
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Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Clippers Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three head-to-head matchups, the Hawks are averaging 112 points per game, compared to the Clippers at 111. These figures have led to Atlanta posting a record of 2-1.
- In their last ten games away from home, the Clippers have a straight up record of 7-3 while going 6-4 vs. the spread. The team averaged 116 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last three home games, Atlanta has an ATS record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 109 points per game.
- The last five games that Atlanta was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 2-3 while going 2-3 straight up.
- As the betting favorite, the Clippers have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 3-0.
Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Clippers Prediction
On the road, the Clippers have won three straight games and have an average scoring margin of +4.4 points per game. This season, they are 14-11 on the road.
In the Western Conference, the Clippers are currently in 3rd place with a record of 33-15. Within the Pacific Division, they are in 1st place.
For the season, the Clippers have an ATS record of 27-21, including going 13-12 ATS on the road. They have won three straight games against the spread as the away team.
Against the spread, the Clippers have a record of 25-14 when favored and are 32-7 straight-up as the favorite. Today, they are favored by 2.5 points.
In their last game, the Clippers defeated the Heat by a score of 103-95. The O/U line for that game was 223.5, and the Clippers were favored by 5.5 points.
This season, the Clippers have an O/U record of 22-26, with an average over/under line of 230. Today’s line of 243 is higher than 47 of their previous games.
This season, the Clippers have been an above-average offensive team, ranking 10th in the league in scoring at 118.1 points per game. Interestingly, they have been slightly better on the road, averaging 117.6 points compared to 118.7 at home.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Clippers have been the most accurate team in the league, shooting 39% from beyond the arc. Overall, they are 13th in three-point makes at 13.1 per game.
So far, the Clippers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 56.2% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 26th in the league, averaging 97.1 possessions per game.
In the current season, the Clippers defense has excelled, sitting 8th in the NBA by allowing 111.7 points per game. The Clippers defense is coming off a game in which they held the Heat offense to just 44.2% shooting. Overall, they gave up 95 points to Miami.
The Hawks have won four straight games and will look to continue their winning streak as 2.5-point underdogs against the Clippers. In their last game, Atlanta defeated the Warriors by a score of 141-134, which easily went over the O/U line of 246.
For the season, the Hawks have an O/U record of 27-22, with an average combined scoring total of 244.6 points per game. Today’s O/U line of 243 is slightly higher than their season average of 240.6.
Atlanta’s ATS record is 14-35 for the season, and they have covered the spread in three straight games. At home, the Hawks are 7-18 ATS and have an average scoring margin of -1.5 points per game.
Against Western Conference teams, the Hawks are 9-7 this season compared to 13-20 against the East. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 10th place and 3rd in the Southeast Division.
At home this season, the Hawks are averaging 123.3 points per game, which is 4th in the league. Overall, they are 3rd in the NBA in scoring at 121.2 points per game. In terms of pace, Atlanta is 4th in the league with 101.6 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Hawks are 7th in both three-point makes (13.7) and attempts (37.9) per game. However, their three-point percentage of 36% is 18th in the NBA. Inside the arc, Atlanta is 21st in two-point shooting at 53%.
So far, the Hawks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 61.2% of their games. In terms of free throws, Atlanta is 4th in makes (20.1) and 5th in attempts (24.8) per game. When it comes to assists, the Hawks are 19th in the league.
On defense, the Hawks come into the game ranked 29th in the league in points allowed at 123.4 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 125.3 points per contest (30th). Opponents are hitting 58.0% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 39.0% of their three-point attempts.
According to our analysis, we anticipate the Clippers to win this one with a projected score of 120-112.
Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Tips
- Take the Clippers on the moneyline
- The Clippers should also cover at -2.5
- Our NBA model projects 232 points, and we suggest taking the under
Atlanta Hawks Injury Report
- Clint Capela – Adductor – Out
- De’Andre Hunter – Injury Management – Questionable
- Saddiq Bey – Ankle – Questionable
Los Angeles Clippers Injury Report
- Moussa Diabate – Hand – Out
