The Los Angeles Clippers are set to face off against the Atlanta Hawks on February 5, 2024, in what promises to be an exciting matchup. The Clippers, with a record of 33-15, are currently riding a three-game winning streak and have shown strong performance on the road. They are favored by 3.5 points over the Hawks, who have a record of 22-27 but have also won their last 4 games. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Clippers have been performing well, averaging 118.1 points per game and maintaining a top-ten offensive rating. Their defense has been solid, ranking eighth in points allowed. They have also been successful against the spread this season, with a 27-21-0 record. The Hawks, on the other hand, have struggled defensively, ranking 27th in defensive rating and allowing the second-most points per game in the NBA. They have a 14-35-0 record against the spread this season.
Despite the Clippers being on the second night of a back-to-back, having played in Miami the day before, they are seen as the team to beat. Atlanta's defense is expected to struggle against the Clippers' offense, especially without their leading rebounder, Clint Capela.
Both teams have shown strong offensive capabilities recently, with the Hawks averaging 135.4 points per game in their last five and the Clippers scoring at least 125 points in seven of their last ten games. This suggests that the game could be a high-scoring affair, further supporting the prediction of a high total score. I think this will be a good game to target player props in but if you are looking to bet a side, Clippers seem like the best bet.
Clippers vs Hawks Prediction
Clippers 122 Hawks 115
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