NBA Betting Preview: Hawks vs Cavaliers
The Atlanta Hawks take the floor against the Cleveland Cavaliers 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.
Back Hawks to Have the Edge Over Cavs
The best betting angle could be the Moneyline and our prediction is the Hawks at the current odds of +104. They can get the better of the Cavaliers when the two teams clash.
Hawks Beat Cavs Last Time Out
Atlanta Hawks have won in back-to-back road outings. In their previous game, they were turned over 108-105 at home to New York Knicks at State Farm Arena. Nickeil Alexander-Walker dropped 36 points, as Jalen Johnson finished with 21 and CJ McCollum 17.
Cleveland Cavaliers won last time out by a 142-126 scoreline. On the road against Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum, they made it three wins on the spin. Evan Mobley bagged 24 points, Dennis Schroeder had 22 points and 11 assists, while Sam Merrill recorded 21 points.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Hawks beat the Cavs in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 130-123 scoreline at State Farm Arena. In the previous 10 games between the teams, they have won five apiece.
Cavaliers
50
29
0.633
119.6
115.3
4.3
25-14
25-15
11-5
31-18
8-2
3W
Hawks
45
34
0.57
118.4
115.8
2.6
23-17
22-17
9-6
26-23
7-3
1L
Atlanta Hawks – Last 10 Games
The Hawks have 7 wins and 3 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 121.0 points, 43.2 rebounds, 28.9 assists, 9.9 steals and 5.2 blocks while shooting 48.1% from the field and 79.8% from the free-throw line. The opposition have averaged 110.3 points and 41.6 rebounds per matchup.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is averaging 23.8 points and 3.5 (46.1%) 3-pointers made, while Jalen Johnson averages 7.2 rebounds and 5.4 assists.
Cleveland Cavaliers – Last 10 Games
The Cavs have won 8 and lost 2 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 122.6 points, 45.2 rebounds, 28.9 assists, 7.8 steals and 3.6 blocks per game while shooting 50.7% from the field and 77.0% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have an average of 118.0 points and 40.8 rebounds.
Donovan Mitchell is averaging 21.0 points, Evan Mobley 8.3 rebounds and James Harden 7.6 assists along with 3.1 (44.3%) 3-pointers made.
Atlanta Hawks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction & Picks
Dive into our full Atlanta Hawks vs Cleveland Cavaliers betting preview, featuring an expert match prediction, a projected scoreline, top player prop bets and a bet builder designed for value.
Game Prediction
The value wager could involve heading to the Moneyline where you can back Hawks to win this NBA showdown. We really like this pick and it’s currently available at a generous +104.
We track all injuries that could impact each franchise before making our basketball predictions. The form guide and latest stats also help the Sportsgambler.com team crunch the numbers ahead of the NBA action.
Key Hawks vs Cavaliers stats:
Hawks have won 17 of their last 20 games.Hawks have won 4 of their last 5 games.Hawks have won 2 consecutive games on the road.Hawks Moneyline Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 49% chance of winning. However, our analysts think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Hawks) has totaled an average of 26.6 points in the past 5 games. He should therefore be capable of going over the line, with -112 available when it comes to having a wager on Player Points.
Latest Nickeil Alexander-Walker Player Prop Odds
Evan Mobley (Cavs) has totaled Over 3.5 assists in 3 straight games. We’re happy to take him to cover the line at -104, with bettors able to make this Player Assists bet with confidence.
Latest Evan Mobley Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
We’ll throw a dart when it comes to the Hawks landing a 122-120 win. This correct score prediction is available at tasty odds and could be an entertaining wager to place.
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Atlanta Hawks vs Cleveland Cavaliers 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.
Close Contest Likely According to the Books
Cleveland Cavaliers have been given Moneyline odds of -122 against Atlanta Hawks who are +104. The leading NBA sportsbooks give the hosts a 55% chance of success.
The current spread is 1.5 and the total points line is 236.5. A Total wager is always available and can often provide value selections. The Over 236.5 selection is available to back at -112.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Donovan Mitchell Favorite to Get Most Points
The favorite to land the most baskets is Donovan Mitchell. Odds of -102 can be found for him scoring Over 25.5 points and there is -127 for him to go Under.
Player Points
Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers)
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
James Harden (Cavaliers)
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Hawks)
Player Assists
James Harden (Cavaliers)
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers)
Dyson Daniels (Hawks)
Player Rebounds
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
Evan Mobley (Cavaliers)
Jarrett Allen (Cavaliers)
Onyeka Okongwu (Hawks)
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Cavs Have Collected Seven Wins in Past Ten Home Games
The Cavs have seven wins and three losses in the last 10 home games, averaging 117.20 points scored and 111.40 points allowed.
The Hawks have a 6-4 record in their last 10 games on the road, averaging 120.40 points scored and 115.10 points allowed.
The Cavs beat the Hawks 117-109 in their most recent meeting at Rocket Arena. Over the past 10 head-to-head meetings at Rocket Arena, the Cavs have collected seven wins, while the Hawks have three.
Cleveland Cavaliers Home Stats
7-3
228.60
117.20
111.40
3
7
Atlanta Hawks Away Stats
6-4
235.50
120.40
115.10
5
5
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O236.5 = Games Over 236.5 Points
U236.5 = Games Under 236.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Atlanta Hawks Stats
Cleveland Cavaliers Stats
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 231.30 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 235.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 236.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
Over 236.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 121.00 pts and allowed 110.30 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 120.40 pts and allowed 115.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 240.60 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 228.60 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 236.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 236.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 122.60 pts and allowed 118.00 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 117.20 pts and allowed 111.40 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.90 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 16.20 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 16.60 (79.81%)
Rebounds: Total 43.2, Offensive 11.80, Defensive 31.40
Assists: 28.90
Blocks: 5.20
Steals: 9.90
Turnovers : 13.70
Personal Fouls: 19.50
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 29.30 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.50 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 18.30 (77.22%)
Rebounds: Total 43.5, Offensive 11.80, Defensive 31.70
Assists: 28.00
Blocks: 5.10
Steals: 10.30
Turnovers : 13.60
Personal Fouls: 20.90
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 31.30 (62%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.20 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 20.40 (76.98%)
Rebounds: Total 45.2, Offensive 10.50, Defensive 34.70
Assists: 28.90
Blocks: 3.60
Steals: 7.80
Turnovers : 11.90
Personal Fouls: 18.40
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.00 (58%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.60 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 19.40 (78.86%)
Rebounds: Total 42.4, Offensive 9.10, Defensive 33.30
Assists: 27.40
Blocks: 4.80
Steals: 6.60
Turnovers : 10.60
Personal Fouls: 19.60
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 Jordan Williams
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About the Analyst
Jordan Williams is an NBA Analyst with over 12 years of experience as a basketball odds compiler and betting analyst. Based in Los Angeles, he specialises in NBA market pricing, utilising efficiency-based metrics and first-hand game insight to identify long-term betting value.
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