NBA Betting Preview: Cavaliers vs Hawks
The Cleveland Cavaliers take the court against the Atlanta Hawks in this NBA clash. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Our Best Pick is Hawks Against The Spread
It’s time to go for the Hawks against the spread, especially with an attractive -7.5 line at -110. Our prediction is that this can be comfortably achieved when playing the Cavaliers.
Cavs 122-116 Win in Previous H2H Matchup
Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks clashed two nights ago, with the Cavs coming away with a 122-116 victory at Rocket Arena.
Donovan Mitchell was able to score 31 points for the Cavs, Evan Mobley had 22 points and 19 rebounds, while James Harden registered 21 points. Nickeil Alexander-Walker racked up 25 points for the Hawks, while Jonathan Kuminga and Onyeka Okongwu recorded 24 and 18.
Head-to-Head Statistics
It’s been six Cavs wins in the past 10 games between these teams.
Cavaliers
51
29
0.638
119.6
115.3
4.3
26-14
25-15
11-5
32-18
8-2
4W
Hawks
45
35
0.563
118.4
115.9
2.5
23-17
22-18
9-6
26-24
7-3
2L
Cleveland Cavaliers – Last 10 Games
The Cavs have 8 wins and 2 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 123.3 points, 44.5 rebounds, 28.5 assists, 7.3 steals and 3.7 blocks while shooting 51.0% from the field and 78.4% from the free-throw line. The opposition have averaged 118.6 points and 40.4 rebounds per contest.
Donovan Mitchell is averaging 24.1 points, Evan Mobley 8.8 rebounds and James Harden 7.1 assists along with 2.8 (41.8%) 3-pointers made.
Atlanta Hawks – Last 10 Games
The Hawks have won 7 and lost 3 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 123.1 points, 43.8 rebounds, 29.0 assists, 9.4 steals and 4.9 blocks per game while shooting 48.7% from the field and 78.6% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have an average of 110.8 points and 41.2 rebounds.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is averaging 24.2 points and 3.8 (46.3%) 3-pointers made, while Jalen Johnson has an average of 7.8 rebounds and 5.7 assists.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction & Picks
Join us as we dissect the best Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks betting tips — from our expert match prediction and correct score advice to top player prop insights and a ready-made bet builder.
Game Prediction
There’s a generous line of -7.5 when it comes to Hawks for this NBA showdown. The -110 that they cover the spread has plenty of juice and our pick is that the favorites will make it happen.
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Key Cavaliers vs Hawks stats:
The -7.5 line has been covered by Hawks in 9 of their last 10 games at home.The -7.5 line has been covered by Hawks in 4 of their last 5 games at home.Hawks -7.5 Probability
When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of delivering a return. However, our analysts in-depth research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Evan Mobley (Cavs) has recorded Over 2.5 assists in 9 of the past 9 games. Using this stat, we can therefore back him at -130 when it comes to a Player Assists wager and hope that Overs comes in.
Latest Evan Mobley Player Prop Odds
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Hawks) has totaled an average of 26.2 points in the past 5 games. We are therefore going to choose a Player Points prop bet at odds of -111 which will hopefully see this him cover the line.
Latest Nickeil Alexander-Walker Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
Rather than betting on the Hawks to win, there’s the alternative to try your luck when it comes to the correct score lines. Take a chance on a 126-114 victory in their favor.
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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Books Think Hawks Likeliest to Win
Atlanta Hawks have the shortest price to win this NBA game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 75% probability due to their -294 Moneyline betting odds. For those wanting to back Cleveland Cavaliers, you will find +240 about the underdogs.
The spread is currently 7.5, with the total points line at 233.5. There are many ways to wager on basketball including the Totals. The Over 233.5 selection is available to back at -114.
You can find hundreds of game lines and team props for every contest, with the top betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.
Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Jalen Johnson Favorite to Score the Most Baskets
Jalen Johnson is the favorite to land the most baskets. You can back -119 that he gets Over 21.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -109.
Player Points
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
James Harden (Cavaliers)
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Hawks)
C.J. McCollum (Hawks)
Player Assists
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
James Harden (Cavaliers)
C.J. McCollum (Hawks)
Dyson Daniels (Hawks)
Player Rebounds
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
Evan Mobley (Cavaliers)
Onyeka Okongwu (Hawks)
Dyson Daniels (Hawks)
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State Farm Arena
Hawks Record Shows Nine Wins in Last Ten at Home
The Hawks own a 9-1 mark in their past 10 home games, averaging 121.50 points on offense and surrendering 107.60 on defense.
The Cavs own a 8-2 mark in their past 10 games on the road, scoring 121.00 points per contest and conceding 114.40.
When the teams last met at State Farm Arena, the Hawks beat the Cavs 130-123. Looking at the last 10 head-to-head matchups at State Farm Arena, the Hawks have eight victories and the Cavs two.
Atlanta Hawks Home Stats
9-1
229.10
121.50
107.60
6
4
Cleveland Cavaliers Away Stats
8-2
235.40
121.00
114.40
6
4
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O233.5 = Games Over 233.5 Points
U233.5 = Games Under 233.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Cleveland Cavaliers Stats
Atlanta Hawks Stats
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 home games
+7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
+7.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road
-7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
-7.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 241.90 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 235.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 233.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 233.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 123.30 pts and allowed 118.60 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 121.00 pts and allowed 114.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 233.90 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 229.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 233.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 233.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 123.10 pts and allowed 110.80 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 121.50 pts and allowed 107.60 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 31.60 (62%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.00 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 21.10 (78.44%)
Rebounds: Total 44.5, Offensive 9.90, Defensive 34.60
Assists: 28.50
Blocks: 3.70
Steals: 7.30
Turnovers : 11.60
Personal Fouls: 18.10
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 30.90 (62%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.30 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 19.30 (70.96%)
Rebounds: Total 45.8, Offensive 11.40, Defensive 34.40
Assists: 28.30
Blocks: 4.40
Steals: 7.70
Turnovers : 12.30
Personal Fouls: 18.00
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 28.70 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 16.50 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 16.20 (78.64%)
Rebounds: Total 43.8, Offensive 11.90, Defensive 31.90
Assists: 29.00
Blocks: 4.90
Steals: 9.40
Turnovers : 13.20
Personal Fouls: 19.90
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 28.90 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 15.40 (38%)
Free Throws Made: 17.50 (78.13%)
Rebounds: Total 45.4, Offensive 13.40, Defensive 32.00
Assists: 29.50
Blocks: 4.30
Steals: 9.20
Turnovers : 13.40
Personal Fouls: 17.60
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Kyrone Jones
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