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Washington Wizards at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Washington Wizards at Atlanta Hawks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (11-35) host the Washington Wizards (15-29) Sunday in a battle of the 15th- and 11th-place teams in the Eastern Conference, respectively. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. We analyze the Wizards-Hawks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Wizards at Hawks: Key Injuries

Wizards

  • PF Rui Hachimura (groin) out
  • SF Garrison Mathews (ankle) out
  • C Moritz Wagner (ankle) out
  • PG John Wall (Achilles) out

Hawks

  • SG DeAndre Bembry (hand) doubtful
  • C Alex Len (hip) out
  • PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) out
  • PF Chandler Parsons (concussion) out

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Wizards at Hawks: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Hawks 116, Wizards 110

Moneyline (ML)

Take the HAWKS (-115) as a rare favorite at home. They’re just 3-7 across their last 10 games and 6-16 at home for the season, but the Wizards (-106) are 6-18 on the road. Washington is 5-5 across its last 10 games and is coming off a 124-112 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers Thursday. Atlanta took an ugly 140-111 at the Oklahoma City Thunder Friday.

The two sides have met just once this season, with Washington earning a 111-101 home win Jan. 10. PF John Collins has stepped up of late for the Hawks, and the Wizards don’t have a frontcourt presence capable of shutting him down with Hachimura and Wagner out. Look for Collins to be the difference Sunday evening.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The better play is to back the HAWKS (-1.5, -106) to win by at least 2 points. A $10 bet on the Hawks to cover the small spread would profit $9.43, while the same bet on the moneyline fetches a profit of $8.70.

The Hawks are just 21-25 against the spread overall, but they’re 13-9 ATS at home. The Wiz are 22-21-1 ATS overall and 12-11-1 ATS on the road.

Over/Under (O/U)

Take the UNDER 238.5 (+105) on the highest point projection of Sunday’s NBA slate. The first head-to-head meeting of the year had a total of just 212 points scored. Both teams have played to the Over more often this season, but I’m chasing the plus-money on an inflated number.

Esten’s NBA betting record: 155-130

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Atlanta Hawks at Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Atlanta Hawks at Oklahoma City Thunder sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Oklahoma City Thunder (26-19) host the Atlanta Hawks (11-34) Friday at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for shortly after 8 p.m. ET.  We analyze the Hawks-Thunder sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Hawks at Thunder: Key Injuries

Hawks

  • SG DeAndre’ Bembry (personal) out
  • SF Charles Brown Jr. (back) probable
  • C Alex Len (back) probable
  • PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) out
  • PF Chandler Parsons (concussion) out
  • PG Trae Young (thigh) questionable
  • SG Evan Turner (hamstring) out

Thunder

  • C Steven Adams (ankle) questionable
  • SG Terrance Ferguson (personal) out
  • SG Abdel Nader (ankle) out
  • SG Andre Roberson (knee) out

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Hawks at Thunder: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Thunder 115, Hawks 94

Moneyline (ML)

The Thunder (-589) are the second-biggest moneyline favorites on Friday’s NBA slate as they take on an injury-ravaged Hawks (+425) side. Atlanta is already last in the Eastern Conference and ill-prepared to handle multiple injuries for any length of time. The Hawks did pull off a 102-95 upset of the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday, but they had previously lost six of eight games and are just 5-18 on the road for the season.

The Thunder have won three straight games, last beating the Orlando Magic 120-114 Wednesday. They’re 6-4 across their last 10 contests and 14-9 at home this season.

Oklahoma City is the easy choice Friday, but AVOID placing a bet on the chalky moneyline odds. A $10 bet returns a profit of just $1.70.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Get action on the THUNDER (-10.5, -115) by backing them to win by at least 11 points. They’re 30-15 against the spread overall and 13-10 on home court, while the Hawks are 21-24 ATS overall and just 8-15 on the road. Both teams last played Wednesday, and the Hawks are just 9-15 ATS when playing on equal rest as their opponent. The Thunder are 16-9 ATS in those situations.

Over/Under (O/U)

Back the UNDER 226.5 (-129). The Thunder average 109.9 points per game and they’ll be able to top that figure against the depleted Hawks lineup, but Atlanta is unlikely to fill its share of the projected point total. Siding with the Thunder to win in blowout fashion, the Under is the suitable complementary play.

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Atlanta Hawks at San Antonio Spurs odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Atlanta Hawks at San Antonio Spurs sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (9-32) visit the San Antonio Spurs (17-22) Friday at AT&T Center for an 8:30 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Hawks-Spurs odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup. Atlanta won the first meeting of the season 108-100 at home Nov 5.

The Spurs return home after a 2-2 road trip, capped by a tight 106-100 loss at the Miami Heat Wednesday.

The Hawks snapped a four-game skid with a 123-110 home win against the Phoenix Suns Tuesday. They acquired PG Jeff Teague and SG Treveon Graham Wednesday from the Minnesota Timberwolves for SG Allen Crabbe.

Teague, an 11-year veteran who played his first seven seasons for Atlanta, should provide a reliable backup to PG Trae Young, who scored 36 points in Tuesday’s win.

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Hawks at Spurs: Key injuries

Hawks

  • SG Treveon Graham (trade pending) out
  • C Alex Len (back) out
  • PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) out
  • SF Chandler Parsons (concussion) out
  • PG Jeff Teague (trade pending) out

Hawks at Spurs: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Spurs 128, Hawks 119

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. The Spurs (-357) have won their last 21 home games vs. the Hawks (+275) dating back to 1998, their longest active home winning streak against any opponent. I’m willing to make a small wager here because of that streak, but I can’t justify suggesting to bet/risk that kind of juice – every $3.57 wagered on the Spurs ML profits only $1 if they prevail.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The SPURS (-7.5, -115) are worth backing. They’re 14-5-1 ATS vs. the Hawks in the last 20 meetings. This would be the biggest spread the Spurs have covered this season if they do so, but the Hawks are 2-8 ATS when the line is between 7.5 and 9.5.

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Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 229.5 (-121) is the STRONGEST PLAY. The two teams rank in the bottom five by defensive points allowed. The Hawks surrender the third-most points per game at 116.9, while the Spurs yield the fifth-most at 114.8 PPG. On offense, the Spurs average 113.6 PPG, ranking eighth; the Hawks are 23rd at 107.4 PPG.

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January strongest plays: 7-3. Since Dec. 1: 18-6.

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Atlanta Hawks at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Atlanta Hawks at Brooklyn Nets matchup, with NBA betting odds, picks and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (8-31) will face the Brooklyn Nets (17-20) in the Barclays Center at 6:00 p.m. ET. We analyze Hawks-Nets odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Hawks at Nets: Key injuries

HAWKS

  • PG Trae Young (hamstring) questionable
  • C Alex Len (knee) probable
  • PF Bruno Fernando (personal) questionable
  • SF De’Andre Hunter (foot) questionable
  • SG Evan Turner (hamstring) out
  • PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) out

NETS

  • SG Garrett Temple (knee) questionable
  • SF Wilson Chandler (hamstring) questionable
  • PG Kyrie Irving (shoulder) probable
  • SF Kevin Durant (Achilles) out

Hawks at Nets: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Nets

Moneyline (ML)

Will the return of Irving revitalize a slumping Nets (-304) team? With that moneyline price, BetMGM certainly thinks so. Irving’s return couldn’t come at a better time for the Nets who are 2-8 straight up and against the spread in their last 10 games. And the matchup—Hawks PG Trae Young—is perfect,  look at their head-to-head numbers:

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Young (hamstring) has also become questionable with left hamstring pain Sunday morning. If he goes, he could be limited laterally, which gives the shifty Irving another advantage. As for the Hawks +240, they have been and are pretty terrible. Like the Nets, they are 2-8 straight up and ATS in their last 10 games but they’ve also lost the past seven games against the Nets (five by double digits). They have the worst offensive rating in the NBA and their 23rd ranked field-goal percentage shouldn’t have much success versus a Nets defense allowing the third-lowest field goal percentage to opponents.

PASS the moneyline:  poor value and bad situation/matchup are the excuses for the Nets and Hawks sides, respectively.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Definitely monitor the injury report because Young’s potential absence will skew things in Brooklyn’s favor even more. The Nets actually play pretty good defense – ranked 13th in defensive rating – and Irving will help their 24th ranked offense (in offensive rating). Also, the Hawks are 1-6 ATS in the last seven games against the Nets, and their 7-14 ATS road record compared to the Nets’ 10-8 ATS home record, makes it easy deciding which line to take.

BET NETS -8.5 (+105).

Over/under (O/U)

Back to the overarching narrative of this Hawks-Nets contest:  The Return of Kyrie Irving. Expect Irving to get a lot of usage, going one-on-one with Young, or Cam Reddish, and we know he likes to put his foes in a spin cycle. There will be a lot of long Nets possessions and we’re getting plus-money to bet Over 228.5 (+105). Furthermore, the Under is 6-2-1 in the last nine meetings in Brooklyn and 12-4-1 in the last 17 overall meetings.

TAKE OVER 228.5 (+105).

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Atlanta Hawks at Washington Wizards odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Atlanta Hawks at Washington Wizards sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (8-30) travel to Capital One Arena to take on the Washington Wizards (12-25) Friday at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Hawks-Wizards sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Hawks at Wizards: Key injuries

Hawks

  • PF Jabari Paker (shoulder) out
  • C Bruno Fernando (personal) out

Wizards

  • PG John Wall (Achilles) out
  • SG Bradley Beal (leg) questionable
  • C Thomas Bryant (foot) out
  • C Moritz Wagner (ankle) out
  • PF Rui Hachimura (groin) out
  • SG Garrison Mathews (ankle) out
  • SF C.J. Miles (wrist) out

Hawks at Wizards: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips

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Prediction

Wizards 114, Hawks 110

Moneyline (ML)

The Hawks (-115) are currently the moneyline favorites on the road, despite winning just eight of their 38 games this season. While the WIZARDS (-106) have a ton of injuries, they are the better bet here at home. These two teams are just too similar, and there is more value on the home team in this contest.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Hawks (-1.5, -106) are one-possession favorites on the road, despite losing 14 of their last 16 contests away from home. The WIZARDS (+1.5, -115) have had a little more success against the spread than the Hawks, covering in two of their previous three games. Neither team is having much success this season, so give me the home underdog in the battle of these two Eastern Conference bottom feeders.

Over/Under (O/U)

The total for this Eastern Conference matchup is set at 236.5 points, but that feels far too high. While the Hawks have managed to score more than 115 points in three straight games, the Wizards have hit that mark just once in their previous five contests. Expect this to be a higher scoring game, but for the UNDER 236.5 (-106) to hit.

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Houston Rockets at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Wednesday’s Houston Rockets at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and best bets sports betting odds, with NBA matchup analysis and picks.

The Houston Rockets (24-11) meet up with the NBA’s worst team, Atlanta Hawks (8-29), at State Farm Arena for a 7:30 p.m. ET tip-off Wednesday. We analyze Rockets-Hawks odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Rockets at Hawks: Key injuries

Rockets

  • PG Russell Westbrook (rest) out
  • SG Gerald Green (foot) out
  • C Nene (groin) out

Hawks

  • PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) out
  • PF Bruno Fernando (personal) out

Rockets at Hawks: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Rockets 132, Hawks 114

Moneyline (ML)

The Rockets (-358) could open a whole can of butt whoopin’ on the Hawks (+275). G James Harden has played really well in his nine career games in Atlanta despite falling slightly below his career average in points per game (24.7 in Atlanta versus 24.9 for his career); he shoots .504% from the field and .434% from behind the arc. Since his co-star, Westbrook, is taking a load management reprieve against the Hawks, expect Harden to have a higher usage rate than his already NBA-high of 37%. Since I see no reason Harden won’t decimate a Hawks team ranked 27th by defensive rate, PASS on the moneyline due to the lack of value in the -358 odds for the visitors.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Betting ROCKETS (-7.5, -121) is the right play here. What do we know the Rockets and Harden like to do? Shoot free throws; the Rockets rank first in the NBA in free-throw attempts. The Hawks rank 27th in free-throw attempts allowed. That, combined with a glaring offense versus defense mismatch—the Rockets are first in PPG (119.4) and the Hawks allow the second-most PPG (117.3)—makes the Rockets the only side to take.

Over/Under (O/U)

Houston’s opponents shoot below average from long distance (.352%, ranked 19th) but that doesn’t make them good at defending threes, in my opinion, because their opponents are getting off the most 3-point attempts in the NBA. The Hawks have struggled from three so far this season (ranked last in 3-point%) but get up a bunch of attempts per game (35.1, ranked ninth) so if their shots fall, the Over looks great.

I lean OVER 237.5 (-106), not like, because I prefer to bet the total in correlation with the favorite’s playing style and surprisingly enough the Rockets’ Over/Under record is just 15-20. Furthermore, the Hawks’ 23rd-ranked offense (107.5 PPG) is a little too inconsistent for the absurd 237.5 total.

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Denver Nuggets at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Denver Nuggets at Atlanta Hawks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Denver Nuggets (24-11) visit the Atlanta Hawks (8-28) Monday at State Farm Arena for a 7:30 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Nuggets-Hawks odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

The Nuggets lost as a 13-point favorite 128-114 at the Washington Wizards Saturday to fall to 1-2 on a current five-game road trip.

Meanwhile, the Hawks pulled off a stunner, winning at home vs. the Indiana Pacers 116-111 as 7.5-point underdog Saturday. Atlanta has now won two of its last three games, following a 10-game losing streak.

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Nuggets at Hawks: Key injuries

Nuggets

  • C Bol Bol (foot) out

Hawks

  • SG DeAndre’ Bembry (elbow and hip) probable
  • C John Collins (back) questionable
  • C Damian Jones (right adductor) probable
  • PF Jabari Parker (throat infection) questionable
  • SG Evan Turner (hamstring) questionable
  • SF Cam Reddish (wrist) questionable

Nuggets at Hawks: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Nuggets 119, Hawks 109

Moneyline (ML)

PASS. The Hawks (+290) have won two of their last three, so it’s possible they’ve found a groove, but I like Nuggets (-385) to win here. I’m just not going to bet the ML as I’m going to focus on the spread.

New to sports betting? A Hawks ML wager profits $2.40 on every $1 bet if they win. A Nuggets ML play requires every $3.13 wagered to profit $1 if they prevail.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The NUGGETS (-7.5, -129) is worth a small play. They had all day Sunday and most of Monday to think about Saturday’s embarrassing 14-point loss at the Wizards. Expect a focused Nuggets squad to take care of business, but it could be close. Denver is 9-7 straight up (SU) on the road, but 6-8-2 ATS in those games. Atlanta is 4-12 SU and 9-7 ATS at home.

Every $1.06 wagered on the Nuggets spread will profit $1 if they win by 8 points or more (Ex: A $10.60 bet profits $10, a $53 wager profits $50 and it will take a $106 bet to profit $100).

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 220.5 (-106) is the STRONGEST PLAY. The Nuggets have hit five Overs in a row, averaging 115.8 points per game and allowing 119.8 PPG in those contests. The Hawks scare me a little here as they’ve only averaged 98.0 points in their last five games while giving up 106.2 points per contest. However, I see Denver opening up a big lead midway through and this turning into a track meet.

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Atlanta Hawks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Atlanta Hawks at Boston Celtics sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (7-27) visit the Boston Celtics (23-8) Friday at TD Garden for a 7 p.m. ET tip-off. We analyze the Hawks-Celtics odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Hawks at Celtics: Key injuries

Hawks

  • SG Kevin Huerter (back) probable
  • PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) probable

Celtics

  • PG Kemba Walker (illness) questionable
  • SF Jaylen Brown (illness) probable
  • C Vincent Poirier (finger) out
  • C Robert Williams III (hip) out

Hawks at Celtics: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips

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Prediction

Celtics 120, Hawks 107

Moneyline (ML)

The Celtics (-625) are heavy home favorites as they have won seven of their last eight games. Atlanta, on the other hand, has lost 10 of its last 11 games. While it’s easy to pick the Celtics in this contest to win, there just isn’t enough value in this moneyline. PASS for more profitable odds on the spread.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The CELTICS (-10.5, -115) are double-digit favorites and for good reason. Boston has covered in five of its last seven games and has won 13 of its last 15 games at home. Despite likely not having Walker for this game, the Celtics should have no problem scoring against the league’s second-worst defense. Expect the Celtics to cover with ease.

Over/Under (O/U)

The total for this Eastern Conference matchup is set at 222.5, but that seems far too low considering how explosive each offense can be on any given night. Both teams have elite scorers capable of getting hot at a moment’s notice. While this is expected to be a blow-out, look for the OVER 222.5 (-121) to hit in Boston.

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Atlanta Hawks at New York Knicks odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Atlanta Hawks at New York Knicks sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (6-21) slump into Madison Square Garden on Tuesday on a four-game losing skid. They’ll tip-off against the New York Knicks (6-21) at 7:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Hawks-Knicks odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Hawks at Knicks: Key injuries

Hawks

  • C John Collins (suspension) out
  • SG Kevin Huerter (shoulder) questionable
  • PF Jabari Parker (ankle) probable

Knicks

  • SG Reggie Bullock (neck) out
  • SG Wayne Ellington (Achilles) out
  • SG Allonzo Trier (concussion) out

Hawks at Knicks: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Hawks 112, Knicks 106

Moneyline (ML)

The two teams share last place in the Eastern Conference, trailing the conference-leading Milwaukee Bucks by 17.5 games through 27 games this season. The HAWKS (+105) have dropped four straight, but three of those were against teams currently in playoff position in the Miami Heat, Indiana Pacers and Los Angeles Lakers. They took the Heat to overtime before losing 135-121, and they lost 101-96 to the Lakers.

The Knicks (-129) have lost 11 of their last 13, including a 111-105 defeat at the hands of the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. I like the Hawks as road dogs as they return to their appropriate level of competition against the Knicks.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Hawks to win outright returns a profit of $10.50.

Against the Spread (ATS)

Stick with the moneyline rather than accepting a smaller payout with the -106 odds for the Hawks to cover a small spread of +1.5. It offers just one point of insurance in the event of a loss, and is another good indication of Atlanta’s chances of winning this game outright. In a coin-flip game, always opt for the value.

The Hawks are 12-15 against the spread overall and 5-9 on the road. The Knicks are 14-13 ATS overall and 6-7 at home, but they haven’t closed as a favorite since Nov. 18 against the Cleveland Cavaliers (-5.5). They’re just 1-2 ATS as a favorite for the season.

Over/Under (O/U)

Take the UNDER 224.5 (-106). Both teams are rested coming into Tuesday and they’re at relatively full health. Look for full defensive efforts from both sides. The Knicks are just 10-17 against the Over/Under for the year and fall 1.1 points shy of the projection on average. The Hawks are 15-12 against the totals, but they top the number by just 1.3 points per game.

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Atlanta Hawks at Miami Heat odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Atlanta Hawks at Miami Heat sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Atlanta Hawks (6-17) visit the Miami Heat (17-6) Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET at AmericanAirlines Arena. We analyze the Hawks-Heat odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Both teams are coming off Sunday wins. The Hawks won at the Charlotte Hornets 122-107 with PG Trae Young leading the charge with 30 points and nine assists. They won two of three last week after enduring a 10-game losing streak.

The Heat, behind SG Tyler Herro’s 27 points and last-minute, go-ahead 3-pointer, beat the visiting Chicago Bulls 110-105 in overtime for a second consecutive win. Miami has won five of six, and 11 of 14.

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Hawks at Heat: Key injuries

Hawks

  • C Alex Len (flu) probable
  • PF John Collins suspension (eligible Dec. 23)

Heat

  • C Bam Adebayo (groin) questionable
  • PG Goran Dragic (groin) out
  • SF KZ Okpala (Achilles) questionable
  • SG Dion Waiters (illness) questionable
  • SF Justice Winslow (back) out

Hawks at Heat: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Heat 119, Hawks 106

Moneyline (ML)

The Heat (-385) are 10-0 at home this season, explaining why they’re such a big ML favorite. Every $3.85 wagered profits only $1 on an outright win for Miami. One could bet $384.62 to win $100, but that’s just not “smart betting” – an NBA team is always one injury away from losing its advantage.

The Hawks (+290) offer nearly a 3-to-1 payoff where every $1 wagered would profit $2.90 (or $100 bet profits $290) if they win, but that’s not happening. Atlanta is 3-9 on the road. AVOID. 

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The HEAT (-9.5, +105) are the STRONGEST PLAY. Miami swept Atlanta in back-to-back games in late October by a combined 24 points (112-97 and 106-97), but the Hawks’ Young was injured in the second quarter of the first game and didn’t play the second game. The young point guard’s presence won’t make a difference here. Miami is the best home team against the spread at 8-2.

Over/Under (O/U)

A slight lean to the OVER 218.5 (-105). Miami averages 111.0 points per game, while Atlanta averages 108.7 PPG. On the defensive end, Miami allows 105.5 PPG, while Atlanta allows 117.3 PPG.

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