Philadelphia 76ers vs Atlanta Hawks Preview
Two teams looking to snap losing streaks will meet in Philadelphia tonight as the Hawks (-168) are in town to take on the 76ers (+139). Tipoff is set for 7:00 ET at the Wells Fargo Center and the game can be seen on NBCS.
Atlanta (-3.5) has dropped two straight and is currently 10th in the Eastern Conference at 22-29. Meanwhile, the 76ers (+3.5) have lost three in a row and are 5th in the East at 30-20.
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Philadelphia 76ers vs Atlanta Hawks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Last season, the Hawks and 76ers did not face off head-to-head. When looking back over the last three times these two teams have played, the 76ers have the leg up at 2-1. The 76ers also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 250 points per game leading to an over/under record of 3-0.
- Through their last three road games, Atlanta has an ATS record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 112 points per game.
- Across their five previous home games, Philadelphia has an ATS mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-4 while averaging 113 points per game.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the underdog, Philadelphia has an ATS mark of 4-6 while going 2-8 straight up.
- Through their previous five contests as the betting favorite, the Hawks have a strong record of 4-1. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 2-3.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction
Currently, the Hawks are 10th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22-29. In the Southeast Division, they are in 3rd place. On the road, Atlanta is 10-15 compared to 12-14 at home.
As the favorite, the Hawks have won three straight games and are 15-11 overall in those games. Today, they are favored by 3.5 points. Against the spread, they are 8-17 on the road and 7-19 overall.
In their last two games, the Hawks have been the underdog and have lost both games. Their most recent loss came against the Celtics by a score of 125-117. The Hawks covered the spread as 12-point underdogs.
In the Eastern Conference, the Hawks have a record of 13-21 compared to 9-8 against non-conference opponents. Today’s O/U line of 242 is lower than their season average of 245.5 points per game.
The Hawks come into this game as the 3rd highest-scoring team in the NBA, averaging 121.5 points per game. They have been particularly strong on the road, where they are averaging 118.9 points per game (5th).
Atlanta is also one of the top teams in the league in terms of pace, ranking 3rd at 101.6 possessions per game. They have been able to get out and run, which has helped them get to the free-throw line frequently (4th).
In terms of shooting, the Hawks are just 23rd in field goal percentage at 46%. However, they are one of the best teams in the league at getting to the rim and are 13th in two-point field goals made.
On defense, the Hawks come into the game ranked 30th in the league in points allowed at 124.0 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 136 points per contest (30th). In the terms of takeaways, Hawks are causing 12.7 turnovers per game, ranking 15th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 25th in rejections, averaging 4.3 blocked shots each game.
Today, the 76ers will look to end their three-game losing streak as they host the Hawks. Philadelphia is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 30-20.
The 76ers’ most recent loss came against the Warriors, as they fell by a score of 127-104. The O/U line for that game was 236, and they were 4-point underdogs going into the game.
As the underdog, the 76ers have an ATS record of 6-8 this season. On average, they have been outscored by 6.2 points per game in these games. Today, they are 3.5-point underdogs.
Philadelphia’s O/U record for the season is 29-21, and their games have averaged 232.1 points per game. The team’s last two games have gone under the O/U line of 242.
In the Eastern Conference, the 76ers are 19-12 against other teams and 11-8 in non-conference play. Against the spread, they are 16-10 at home and 14-10 on the road.
The 76ers are one of the top offensive teams in the league, averaging 118.5 points per game (8th). At home, they are averaging 119.7 points per game.
Philadelphia has been one of the most aggressive teams in terms of getting to the free-throw line, leading the league in both free throws made and attempted per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the 76ers are 25th in both three-point percentage and three-pointers made per game. They are also 17th in pace.
Currently, the 76ers’ defense holds the 14th rank in the NBA, allowing 113.7 points per game. The Philadelphia defense has allowed opponents to shoot 34.7% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 47.2% of their field goal attempts vs. Philadelphia.
Even though they are considered 3.5-point underdogs, our projection points to a 114-111 win for the 76ers.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Tips
- We like the 76ers on the moneyline (+139)
- The 76ers are also our pick on the spread at +3.5
- Our NBA model projects 225 points, and we suggest taking the under
Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report
- Nicolas Batum – Hamstring – Out
- Joel Embiid – Knee – Out
- Robert Covington – Knee – Out
- Cameron Payne – Knee – Out
- Buddy Hield – Trade Pending – Questionable
- De’Anthony Melton – Back – Out
Atlanta Hawks Injury Report
- Clint Capela – Adductor – Out
- Dejounte Murray – Back – Questionable
- De’Andre Hunter – Injury Management – Probable
- Mouhamed Gueye – Back – Out
