New Orleans Pelicans vs Atlanta Hawks Preview
Planning on watching today’s Hawks and Pelicans game? Catch the action at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, LA, as the Pelicans hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on BSNO.
The over/under for this game is set at 231.5 points, and the Pelicans are the home favorites against the Hawks in a non-conference matchup. Check out BetCoco for New Orleans Pelicans – Atlanta Hawks odds
New Orleans Pelicans vs Atlanta Hawks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Last season, the Hawks and Pelicans did not face off head-to-head. When looking back over the last three times these two teams have played, the Pelicans have the leg up at 2-1. The Pelicans also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 232 points per game leading to an over/under record of 1-2.
- Through their last five road contests, the Hawks offense has averaged 112 points per game while allowing an average of 114. Atlanta posted an overall record of 2-3 while going 2-3 ATS.
- In their last five home games, New Orleans has averaged 109 points per game while allowing 106. The team’s record in this stretch was 3-2 while going 3-2 vs. the spread.
- As the betting underdog, the Hawks have an ATS record of 3-2 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 3-2.
- Over the team’s last five games as the favorite, the Pelicans struggled vs the spread going just 2-2-1. However, they still had a straight up mark of 3-2.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction
The Hawks, currently 3-2 over five games, are determined to maintain their above .500 record in today’s game. When playing at home, they have a 2-1 record, while in road games, their record stands at 1-1 this season.
So far this season, Atlanta has an overall ATS record of 2-3. As favorites, Atlanta has a 0-2 record against the spread, while as underdogs, they have a 2-1 record.
The Hawks have a 3-2-0 record in terms of their over/under performance for this season. The average over/under line in their games is 234.5, and their differential this season vs. the over/under line is 5.5.
In terms of the Atlanta Hawks’ offense in the 2023-2024 season, it is characterized by an average of 103.1 possessions per game (17th in the NBA), a field goal percentage of 49.2% (5th in the league), and an average of 122.8 points per game (13th in the NBA).
Defensively, the Hawks rank 8th in the NBA for allowing an average of 20.6 free throw attempts per game and 22nd for their field goal percentage allowed at 48.5. Additionally, they rank 23rd in the league for allowing an average of 117.2 points per game.
In today’s game against the Hawks, the Pelicans aim to continue their success with a record above .500, currently at 4-1. In their five games, the Pelicans have achieved a 2-1 record in games against Western Conference teams, and they have a 2-0 record in non-conference play.
In terms of the spread, New Orleans currently holds an ATS record of 4-1, which is above .500. On the road, the Pelicans’ ATS record is a perfect 2-0, as opposed to 2-1 at home against the spread.
New Orleans currently holds an over/under record of 2-3-0 for the season. Their games have an ongoing average of 215.0 points per game, with an average over/under line of 222.2.
On offense, New Orleans is currently ranked 26th in the NBA with a field goal percentage of 44.1%. They are also ranked 10th in the league with an average of 25.6 free throw attempts per game. Furthermore, the Pelicans rank 23rd in the NBA with an average of 108.8 points per game.
On defense, the Pelicans rank 20th in the NBA with an average of 7.4 steals per game. They also rank 8th in the league by allowing an average of 108.6 points per game. Additionally, they rank 16th in the NBA by allowing an average of 21.8 free throw attempts per game.
With the Pelicans being favored by 3, our NFL analytics models has this one playing out 111-109 in favor of the Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Tips
- Take the Pelicans on the moneyline
- On the spread, we like Hawks (+3)
- Our NBA model projects 220 points, and we suggest taking the under
New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report
- Brandon Ingram – Knee – Questionable
- Naji Marshall – Knee – Out
- Trey Murphy III – Knee – Out
- Jose Alvarado – Ankle – Out
Atlanta Hawks Injury Report
- Wesley Matthews – Calf – Out
- Kobe Bufkin – Thumb – Out
