Sacramento Kings vs Atlanta Hawks Preview
The Sacramento Kings (-341) are favored by 8 points (-110) over the Atlanta Hawks (+272) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings (23-18) are 8th in the West and are looking to snap a 4-game losing streak. The Hawks (18-24) are 10th in the East and are 3rd in the Southeast Division.
This game will tip-off at 10:00 ET and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line for this matchup is 237 points.
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Sacramento Kings vs Atlanta Hawks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The Hawks and Kings did not have any head-to-head matchups last season. But over the last three times playing each other, the Hawks have a record of 2-1. The Hawks also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 228 points per game leading to an over/under record of 0-3.
- In their last ten games away from home, the Hawks have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 3-7 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 119 points per game in these contests.
- Across their last five home contests, Sacramento has a 4-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 2-3, while averaging 121 points per game.
- Looking back on the team’s last ten games as the underdog, the Hawks have a straight up record of 3-7. Their record vs the spread in these games was 3-7.
- As the betting favorite, the Kings have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 2-1.
Sacramento Kings vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction
In terms of their O/U record this season, Atlanta is 22-20-0, and the under has hit in their last six games. Today’s line of 237 is lower than their season average of 242.5.
The Hawks’ ATS record for the season is 11-31, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two road games. As the underdog, they are 6-14 vs. the spread, and their road ATS record is 7-15.
Looking at the Eastern Conference standings, Atlanta is currently in 10th place with an 18-24 record. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 12-20 compared to 6-4 in non-conference games.
Atlanta’s last game was a 116-95 loss to the Cavaliers. They were 2.5-point underdogs in that game, and the O/U line was 231. The Hawks are 3rd in the Southeast Division.
The Hawks come into this game as one of the most potent offenses in the NBA, averaging 120 points per game (5th). They have been even better on the road, scoring 119.8 points per game (3rd).
Atlanta’s offense has been heavily reliant on the three-point shot this season, as they are 6th in three-point attempts per game (37.9). However, they are just 17th in three-point shooting percentage (36%).
When it comes to pace, the Hawks are 5th in the NBA at 101.3 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Atlanta is 22nd in the league (46%).
So far, the Hawks defense is giving up 122.5 points per contest, which has them sitting 27th in the NBA. One thing to note, is they have given up more points than their season average in two straight matchups. Inside the arc, the Hawks defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 57.9% and 38.6% from three-point territory.
Sacramento is favored by 8 points today and has been the favorite in 31 of their 41 games this season. As the favorite, they have an average scoring differential of 0 points per game, and they are 15-16 ATS as the favorite.
In their last game against the Pacers, the Kings were favored by 8.5 points but lost the game by a score of 126-121. The O/U line for that game was 244 points.
For the season, the Kings are 23-18 and are currently in 8th place in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 15-13 compared to 8-5 in non-conference games.
Sacramento’s ATS record for the season is 22-19, including a 9-12 mark at home. They have failed to cover the spread in their last two home games and are 4-6 as the favorite and 7-3 as the underdog.
This year, the Kings have a 20-20-1 O/U record, and their games have averaged 236.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 237, and 23 of their games have finished with fewer than 237 points.
When it comes to scoring, the Kings are one of the top teams in the league, averaging 118.2 points per game (8th). At home, they have been even better, scoring 121.3 points per game (6th).
In terms of pace, Sacramento is 8th in the NBA, averaging 100.3 possessions per game. This style of play has led to the Kings being 3rd in three-point attempts (40.6 per game).
So far this season, the Kings have outscored the NBA scoring average in 65.9% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, Sacramento is 12th in the league at 47%.
The Kings’ defense is presently ranked 21st in the league, allowing an average of 118.0 points per contest. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Kings defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 54.8% while allowing 38.7% from downtown.
Even though they are 8 point underdogs, we see the Hawks winning this game by a score of 119-115.
Sacramento Kings vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Tips
- We like the Hawks on the moneyline (+272)
- The Hawks are also our pick on the spread at +8
- Our NBA model projects 234 points, and we suggest taking the under
Sacramento Kings Injury Report
- Sasha Vezenkov – Ankle – Questionable
Atlanta Hawks Injury Report
- Wesley Matthews – Calf – Out
- Trae Young – Face – Out
- De’Andre Hunter – Knee – Out
- Vít Krejčí – Shoulder – Out
- Mouhamed Gueye – Back – Out
