Orlando Magic Betting Preview

The Orlando Magic lost to the Hawks, beat the Hornets, and they play the Grizzlies, Wizards, and Cavs next. The Orlando Magic are averaging 104 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 105.5 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Franz Wagner is averaging 25.1 points and 4.9 assists, while Paolo Banchero is averaging 22.5 points and 7.1 rebounds. Jalen Suggs is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Black is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 30.6 percent from beyond the arc and 76.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.6 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Knicks, beat the Magic, and then play the Pistons, Heat, and Thunder next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.7 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119.2 points on 48.1 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.7 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.9 points and 5.4 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Magic have lost each of their last eight games following a win.
• The Hawks have won each of their last four games as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games following a win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the Hawks’ last eight games at State Farm Arena.

Why the Orlando Magic will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have won 24 of their last 30 games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have covered the spread in 12 of their last 14 games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents.

Hawks vs Magic Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Kobe Bufkin, Larry Nance Jr., and Vit Krejci.

The Magic will be without Moritz Wagner and Jalen Suggs.

Hawks vs Magic Prediction

The Orlando Magic are one of the teams that could benefit most from the break, as they were struggling despite getting healthy. Maybe some time off can help the Magic adjust and get back to being the East contender they looked like in November. I’m still grabbing the bucket with the Hawks, a team that’s won eight of the last 10 games against the Magic. The Magic have also seen 19 of their 29 losses come on the road. The Hawks have covered nine of their last 10 games. Give me the Hawks in a game they could win outright given the history.

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Before we dive into the Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Karl-Anthony Towns, Center, New York Knicks $10,400

Talented center Karl-Anthony Towns been the driving force behind the New York Knicks success on the offensive side of the basketball this season. To assess Karl-Anthony Towns performance on the basketball court from a statistical standpoint, let’s examine his recent game data from the 2024 NBA regular season. This will provide a clear picture of Anthony Towns contributions to the New York Knicks this season.

In the 48 games that center Karl-Anthony Towns played for the New York Knicks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Anthony Towns is averaging an impressive 24.3 points, 13.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.8 blocks a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 48 games that Karl-Anthony Towns has played for the New York Knicks this season, Anthony Towns has averaged 51.4 Draftkings points a game.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game DFS slate.

In my view, Karl Anthony Towns is the player most likely to score the highest Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing talented New York Knicks center Karl Anthony Towns at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA DFS Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Jalen Brunson, Point Guard, New York Knicks $9,400

In addition to Karl Anthony Towns, point guard Jalen Brunson has been a key contributor to the New York Knicks lineup this season. Examining Brunson’s recent game statistics from the 2024 NBA regular season to better illuminate this assertion.

In the 52 games that Jalen Brunson has played for the New York Knicks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Brunson is averaging a robust 42.9 Draftkings points a game.

Earlier this month, in the New York Knicks impressive 124-118 win over the Houston Rockets, New York point guard Jalen Brunson certainly played at a high level. More specifically, Jalen Brunson amassed a massive 42 points, six rebounds, ten assists and two steals in the New York Knicks victory over the Wizards.

Additional flex plays I like in this NBA matchup (Draftkings price noted): Trae Young, Point Guard (Atlanta Hawks) $10,600: Dyson Daniels, Shooting Guard (Atlanta Hawks) $8,200.

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks beat the Magic and Wizards, and then play the Pistons, Heat, and Thunder next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.2 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 118.8 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.5 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.8 points and 5.5 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.1 rebounds per game.

NY Knicks Betting Preview

The NY Knicks beat the Pacers, lost to the Celtics, and they play the Bulls, Cavs, and 76ers next. The NY Knicks are averaging 117.7 points on 49.3 percent shooting and allowing 111.8 points on 47.2 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.3 points and 2.8 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 80.6 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 38 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.

Knicks vs Hawks Injury Report

The Knicks will be without Pacome Dadiet and Michael Robinson. OG Anunoby is questionable after not playing last night.

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Kobe Bufkin, Vit Krejci, and Larry Nance Jr.

Knicks vs Hawks Prediction

The NY Knicks are hot again, and it wouldn’t be shocking to see them roll at home. However, the Hawks have strung together three straight wins and six straight covers. Trae Young also has a thing for playing well in the garden, and the Hawks have won three of the last four games against the Knicks overall. The underdog has covered five of the last seven games between the Hawks and Knicks. The Hawks have covered seven of their last eight games as an underdog. I’ll lean toward the points with the Hawks on the road Wednesday night.

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks beat the Bucks and Wizards, and then play the Knicks, Pistons, and Heat next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.2 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 118.8 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.5 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.8 points and 5.5 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.1 rebounds per game.

Orlando Magic Betting Preview

The Orlando Magic lost to the Nuggets, beat the Spurs, and they play the Hornets, Grizzlies, and Wizards next. The Orlando Magic are averaging 104 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 105.7 points on 47.5 percent shooting. Franz Wagner is averaging 25 points and 5.1 assists, while Paolo Banchero is averaging 22.1 points and 7.2 rebounds. Jalen Suggs is the third double-digit scorer and Moritz Wagner is grabbing 4.9 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 30.4 percent from beyond the arc and 76.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.6 rebounds per game.

Why the Orlando Magic will win

• The Magic have won each of their last 24 home games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Hawks have lost nine of their last 12 games.
• The Magic have covered the spread in 13 of their last 14 home games against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games as road underdogs against Southeast Division opponents following a win.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Hawks have won each of their last eight games against the Magic following a win.
• The Magic have lost each of their last seven games following a win.
• The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games following a win.
• The Hawks have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games.

Magic vs Hawks Injury Report

The Magic will be without Moritz Wagner, while Jalen Suggs is doubtful.

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson and Kobe Bufkin. Trae Young is doubtful with an Achilles issue.

Magic vs Hawks Prediction

The Hawks have won seven of the last nine games against the Magic, and Orlando has been a train wreck since getting healthy. Not sure how getting starters back in the lineup makes a team worse, but the Magic have lost seven of their last 10 games and have had issues cracking 100 points most nights. With all of that said, the Magic are at home where 16 of their 26 wins have come, and they just got a nice win against the Spurs. Also, the Hawks likely won’t have Young, which is obviously a massive blow. I’ll side with the Magic and the reasonable number.

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Spurs, beat the Bucks, and then play the Magic, Knicks, and Pistons next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.1 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 119.2 points on 48.1 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.2 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.8 points and 5.4 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 77.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Washington Wizards Betting Preview

The Washington Wizards beat the Nets, lost to the Cavs, and they play the Spurs, Pacers, and Bucks next. The Washington Wizards are averaging 107.5 points on 43.6 percent shooting and allowing 121.3 points on 47.5 percent shooting. Jordan Poole is averaging 20.3 points and 3.1 rebounds, while Malcolm Brogdon is averaging 13.1 points and 4 assists. Bilal Coulibaly is the third double-digit scorer, and Corey Kispert is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Washington Wizards are shooting 33.2 percent from beyond the arc and 77.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Washington Wizards are allowing 36.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44 rebounds per game.

Wizards vs Hawks Injury Report

The Washington Wizards will be without Malcolm Brogdon, Alex Sarr, and Saddiq Bey. Marcus Smart, AJ Johnson, and Khris Middleton are questionable after being traded to the Wizards.

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Clint Capela, and Kobe Bufkin. Trae Young is probable despite an Achilles issue.

Wizards vs Hawks Prediction

The Atlanta Hawks are the better team with the best player on the floor, but I’m not laying points with them on the road and at the end of a back-to-back. In fact, I don’t want to get involved in this spot, with both teams moving rotation players at the deadline and playing last night. The Wizards are at home, and they’ve played their best ball of the season lately, with wins in three of their last four games. The Wizards have also covered each of their last four games. The underdog has covered five of the last seven games between the Wizards and Hawks. There are better options out there, but give me the Wizards and the points if forced to pick.

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Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Thunder, beat the Hornets, and they play the 76ers, Warriors, and Timberwolves next. The Milwaukee Bucks are averaging 114.3 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 112.6 points on 45.2 percent shooting. Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging 31.8 points and 12.2 rebounds, while Damian Lillard is averaging 25.1 points and 4.6 rebounds. Bobby Portis is the third double-digit scorer and Brook Lopez is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The Milwaukee Bucks are shooting 38.7 percent from beyond the arc and 73.3 percent from the free throw line. The Milwaukee Bucks are allowing 35.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.9 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Spurs, beat the Pistons, and then play the Wizards, Magic, and Knicks next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.1 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 119.2 points on 48.1 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.2 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.8 points and 5.4 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 77.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Hawks vs Bucks Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Clint Capela, and Kobe Bufkin. Trae Young is probable despite an Achilles issue.

Liam Robbins is out for the Bucks. Giannis Antetokounmpo is questionable with a calf injury. Kyle Kuzma is questionable after being traded from the Wizards.

Hawks vs Bucks Prediction

The Milwaukee Bucks continue to run hot and cold and there’s a chance they could be without Antetokounmpo, so check the injury report before betting. I still don’t want anything to do with the Hawks, who weren’t good to begin with, but just had a fire sale. The Hawks traded De’Andre Hunter, Bogdan Bogdanovic, and others, and of course that’s on top of Jalen Johnson being out for the season. Trae Young is Will Smith standing in that empty room. I’m not sure how anybody is backing the Hawks with confidence given the shake-up of the roster. Who knows when Terance Mann, Caris LeVert, and others will be cleared to play for the Hawks. Give me the Bucks in a comfortable road win.

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Before we dive into the Atlanta Hawks vs. San Antonio Spurs game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this evening’s San Antonio Spurs vs. Atlanta Hawks matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Victor Wembanyama, Center, San Antonio Spurs $11,800

Center Victor Wembanyama has been a standout performer for the San Antonio Spurs this season. Having stated that, how has the talented young center played from a statistical standpoint? Let’s examine Wembanyama’s recent game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 41 games that Victor Wembanyama has played for the San Antonio Spurs in the 2024 NBA regular season, Wembanyama has averaged a robust 54.7 Draftking points a game.

More recently, in the San Antonio Spurs dominating 140-110 win over the Indiana Pacers two weeks ago, Wembanyama played exceptionally well. In the San Antonio Spurs victory over the Pacers, Victor Wembanyama accumulated 30 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, five blocks and one steal.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Spurs win over the Pacers, Wembanyama tallied a massive 66.3 Draftkings points. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game DFS slate.

In my view, Victor Wembanyama is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. With that said, I am backing San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Stephon Castle, Guard, San Antonio Spurs $6,400

In addition to center Victor Wembanyama, rookie guard Stephon Castle has been a key contributor to the San Antonio Spurs offense this season. Let’s review Castle’s recent game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 46 games that guard Stephon Castle has played for the San Antonio Spurs in the 2024 NBA regular season, Castle has averaged a rather impressive 12.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 0.8 steals, and 0.3 blocks a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Trae Young, Point Guard (Atlanta Hawks) $10,600: De’Aaron Fox, Point Guard (San Antonio Spurs) $9,000: Harrison Barnes, Small Forward (San Antonio Spurs) $5,400: Dyson Daniels, Guard (Atlanta Hawks) $8,400.

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San Antonio Spurs Betting Preview

The San Antonio Spurs lost to the Heat and Grizzlies, and then play the Hornets, Magic, and Wizards next. The San Antonio Spurs are averaging 112.6 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 113.8 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Victor Wembanyama is averaging 24.6 points and 10.9 rebounds, while Devin Vassell is averaging 16.2 points and 3 assists. Keldon Johnson is the third double-digit scorer and Stephon Castle is dishing 3.6 assists. The San Antonio Spurs are shooting 35.1 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free throw line. The San Antonio Spurs are allowing 35.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.8 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Pacers, beat the Pistons, and then play the Bucks, Wizards, and Magic next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 115.5 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 118.8 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 22.8 points and 3.3 rebounds, while De’Andre Hunter is averaging 18.9 points and 3.9 rebounds. Dyson Daniels is the third double-digit scorer, and Onyeka Okongwu is grabbing 7.8 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 77.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Hawks have won each of their last six home games against Western Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Spurs have lost nine of their last 10 road games against Southeast Division opponents.
• The Hawks have covered the spread in each of their last six home games against Western Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Spurs have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six Wednesday night games.

Why the San Antonio Spurs will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last eight games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Spurs have won each of their last six games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Spurs have covered the spread in each of their last five games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents.

Hawks vs Spurs Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Clint Capela, Bogdan Bogdanovic, Cody Zeller, and Kobe Bufkin. Trae Young is probable despite an Achilles issue.

The San Antonio Spurs will be without Riley Minix and Charles Bassey. Chris Paul is questionable with a finger injury.

Hawks vs Spurs Prediction

The Atlanta Hawks are banged up and not playing well, as they’ve now lost eight of their last 10 games. The Hawks could easily have lost nine of their last 10 games if Young didn’t hit a last-second shot against the Pistons. The Spurs can’t keep piling up the losses if they’re serious about pushing for a playoff spot, and De’Aaron Fox is expected to make his debut. It’s going to take time for Fox to get rolling with his new teammates, but there’s no excuse to lose to this version of the Hawks. The Spurs need to take advantage of games like this if they’re going to make the postseason. Give me the Spurs and the chalk in what should be viewed as a must-win.

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Pacers and Cavs, and then play the Spurs, Bucks, and Wizards next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 115.5 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 118.8 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 22.8 points and 3.3 rebounds, while De’Andre Hunter is averaging 18.9 points and 3.9 rebounds. Dyson Daniels is the third double-digit scorer, and Onyeka Okongwu is grabbing 7.8 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 77.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.

Detroit Pistons Betting Preview

The Detroit Pistons beat the Mavs and Bulls, and they play the Cavs, 76ers, and Hornets. The Detroit Pistons are averaging 112.3 points on 46.8 percent shooting and allowing 113.4 points on 46.6 percent shooting. Cade Cunningham is averaging 25.3 points and 6.4 rebounds, while Malik Beasley is averaging 16.2 points and 1.8 assists. Tobias Harris is the third double-digit scorer and Tim Hardaway Jr. is grabbing 2.2 rebounds. The Detroit Pistons are shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 77.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Detroit Pistons are allowing 37.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.9 rebounds per game.

Why the Detroit Pistons will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last seven games following a loss.
• The Pistons have won each of their last six games following a home win.
• The favorites have covered the spread in five of the Pistons’ last six games at Little Caesars Arena.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games against Eastern Conference opponents.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Pistons have lost seven of their last eight games as home favorites on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• The Hawks have won eight of their last 12 games as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games when playing with a rest disadvantage against the Hawks.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the last four games between the Hawks and Pistons.

Pistons vs Hawks Injury Report

The Detroit Pistons will continue to be without Jaden Ivey due to a broken leg.

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Clint Capela, Bogdan Bogdanovic, Cody Zeller, and Kobe Bufkin. Trae Young is probable despite an Achilles issue.

Pistons vs Hawks Prediction

The Detroit Pistons are on the end of a back-to-back, but it doesn’t matter. The Pistons are a scrappy bunch that gets after it regardless. The Hawks are going nowhere fast with eight straight losses, and they’re now 21-28 ATS on the season. Remember, the Hawks were by far the worst cover team in the NBA last year. The Hawks don’t make you money. The Pistons also beat the Hawks on the road a little over a week ago by 10 points while allowing 38 percent shooting from the field. This line feels soft, and it’s probably one of the better bets you can make on Monday night. The Hawks are in a free fall. Give me the Pistons and the soft line.

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Before we dive into the Detroit Pistons vs. Atlanta Hawks game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Rockets and Cavs, and then play the Pistons, Spurs, and Bucks next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 115.3 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 118.1 points on 47.6 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 22.7 points and 3.3 rebounds, while De’Andre Hunter is averaging 19.1 points and 3.7 rebounds. Dyson Daniels is the third double-digit scorer, and Onyeka Okongwu is grabbing 7.7 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 77.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.4 rebounds per game.

Indiana Pacers Betting Preview

The Indiana Pacers beat the Spurs and Pistons, and they play the Jazz, Trail Blazers, and Clippers next. The Indiana Pacers are averaging 115.3 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 115.2 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 20.1 points and 7.3 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 18.1 points and 3.6 rebounds. Benedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Myles Turner is grabbing 6.9 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 37.3 percent from beyond the arc and 77.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 35.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.7 rebounds per game.

Pacers vs Hawks Injury Report

The Pacers won’t have Isaiah Jackson or James Wiseman. Andrew Nembhard, Enrique Freeman, and Bennedict Mathurin are questionable.

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Clint Capela, Bogdan Bogdanovic, Cody Zeller, and Kobe Bufkin. Trae Young is probable despite a hamstring issue.

Pacers vs Hawks Prediction

The Hawks have lost seven straight games, and they’re getting killed defensively in these losses. Seeing half the team on the injury list doesn’t help the Hawks. The Indiana Pacers have injuries of their own, and you should check the status of Nembhard and Mathurin before betting. I still lean Pacers in a comfortable home win. The Pacers are playing some of their best ball of the season, which includes an 8-2 ATS and SU record in their last 10 games. The Pacers have won four straight games against the Hawks and have scored 150 or more points in three of those wins. This has a chance to get ugly. I’ll lay the points with the Pacers at home.

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Before we dive into the Indiana Pacers vs. Atlanta Hawks game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow afternoon’s Atlanta Hawks vs. Indiana Pacers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Pascal Siakam, Forward, Indiana Pacers $8,800

Forward Pascal Siakam has certainly been a standout performer for the Indiana Pacers this season. Let’s dive into Siakam’s game data from this season to better shed light on my previous statement.

More recently, in the Indiana Pacers dominating 136-98 win over the San Antonio Spurs six days ago, Indiana forward Pascal Siakam played rather well. More specifically, Siakam accumulated 23 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals in the Indiana Pacers victory over the Spurs.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the Indiana Pacers victory over the San Antonio Spurs, Pacers forward Pascal Siakam compiled a whopping 51.5 Draftkings points.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest.

In my view, Pascal Siakam appears to be the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in tomorrow afternoon’s NBA regular season game. Consequently, I am backing Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam at the captain position for this single game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Trae Young, Point Guard, Atlanta Hawks $10,600

Talented point guard Trae Young has been a solid player for the Atlanta Hawks this season. Having stated that, how has the versatile young point guard played from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Young’s recent game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 44 games that point guard Trae Young has played for the Atlanta Hawks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Young has averaged 22.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 11.4 assists, and 1.3 steals a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 44 games that point guard Trae Young has played for the Atlanta Hawks this season, Young is averaging a robust 46.8 Draftkings points a game.

It is noteworthy that the Atlanta Hawks have listed point guard Trae Young as questionable for this evening’s game. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game DFS slate.

Additional flex plays I like to play well this evening (Draftkings price noted): Tyrese Haliburton, Point Guard (Indiana Pacers) $9,400: Dyson Daniels, Shooting Guard (Atlanta Hawks) $8,200: T.J. McConnell, Point Guard (Indiana Pacers) $5,000.

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Before we dive into the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Atlanta Hawks game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this evening’s Atlanta Hawks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Trae Young, Point Guard, Atlanta Hawks $11,800

Talented point guard Trae Young has certainly been a solid player for the Atlanta Hawks this season. Having stated that, how has the versatile young point guard played from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Young’s recent game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 43 games that point guard Trae Young has played for the Atlanta Hawks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Young has averaged 22.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, 11.4 assists, and 1.3 steals a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 43 games that Trae Young has played for the Hawks this season, Young is averaging a robust 48.2 Draftkings points a game.

It is noteworthy that the Atlanta Hawks have listed point guard Trae Young as questionable for this evening’s game. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game DFS slate.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest.

In my view, Trae Young is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Donovan Mitchell, Guard, Cleveland Cavaliers $10,400

In the 45 games that Donovan Mitchell played for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Mitchell has averaged a massive 40.6 Draftkings points a game.

More recently, in the Cleveland Cavaliers 127-117 win over the Indiana Pacers, Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell certainly played at a high level. More specifically, in the Cavaliers win over the Pacers, Mitchell amassed 35 points, nine rebounds, three assists and two steals.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the Cavaliers win over the Indiana Pacers, Mitchell tallied a whopping 55.3 Draftkings points.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this evening’s NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Darius Garland, Point Guard (Cleveland Cavaliers) $8,600: Ty Jerome, Point Guard (Cleveland Cavaliers) $4,400: Max Strus, Shooting Guard (Cleveland Cavaliers) $5,000.

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Rockets and Timberwolves, and then play the Pacers, Pistons, Spurs, and Bucks next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 115.3 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 118.1 points on 47.6 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 22.7 points and 3.3 rebounds, while De’Andre Hunter is averaging 19.1 points and 3.7 rebounds. Dyson Daniels is the third double-digit scorer, and Onyeka Okongwu is grabbing 7.7 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 77.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.4 rebounds per game.

Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Pistons and Heat, and they play the Mavs, Celtics, and Pistons next. The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 121.9 points on 49.6 percent shooting and allowing 112 points on 46 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 23.7 points and 4.6 assists, while Darius Garland is averaging 21.7 points and 6.8 assists. Evan Mobley is the third double-digit scorer and Jarrett Allen is grabbing 10 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 39.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78 percent from the free throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.2 rebounds per game.

Cavaliers vs Hawks Injury Report

The Cavs won’t have Luke Travers, Caris LeVert, Dean Wade, and Isaac Okoro. Darius Garland and Sam Merrill are questionable after missing last night.

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Clint Capela, Bogdan Bogdanovic, Cody Zeller, and Kobe Bufkin. Trae Young is probable despite a hamstring issue.

Cavaliers vs Hawks Prediction

The Hawks have lost six straight games, and they’re 20-27 ATS on the season. The Hawks are also piling up the injuries, which includes losing Jalen Johnson for the remainder of the season. Young is expected to play, but he’s not himself as he’s been dealing with a hamstring issue. The Hawks are simply in bad shape at the moment. The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the end of a back-to-back, but none of their starters logged heavy minutes as they cruised against the Heat. The Cavs are now 31-16 ATS on the season, which ties them with the Grizzlies for the second-best cover team in the NBA. Thick number, but the only way to go is to lay it. The Hawks are in no shape to be trusted given their form and injury situation.

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Houston Rockets Betting Preview

The Houston Rockets beat the Cavs and Celtics, and they play the Grizzlies, Nets, and Knicks next. The Houston Rockets are averaging 114.2 points on 45 percent shooting and allowing 108.4 points on 45.2 percent shooting. Jalen Green is averaging 21.4 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Alperen Sengun is averaging 19.3 points and 10.4 rebounds. Fred VanVleet is the third double-digit scorer and Amen Thompson is grabbing 8.1 rebounds. The Houston Rockets are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 75.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Houston Rockets are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 48.2 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Raptors and Timberwolves, and then play the Cavs, Pacers, Pistons, Spurs, and Bucks next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 115.8 points on 45.9 percent shooting and allowing 118.5 points on 47.6 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 22.8 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Jalen Johnson is averaging 18.9 points and 10 rebounds. De’Andre Hunter is the third double-digit scorer, and Dyson Daniels is grabbing 5.2 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 77.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.5 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The underdogs have won each of the Hawks’ last five games at State Farm Arena.
• The Rockets have lost 14 of their last 16 road games on the second leg of a back-to-back against the Hawks.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in seven of the Hawks’ last eight games.
• The Rockets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Hawks teams that held a losing record.

Why the Houston Rockets will win

• The Rockets have won each of their last 13 games as road favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Hawks have lost each of their last five games.
• The Rockets have covered the spread in 10 of their last 11 night games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five home games on the second leg of a back-to-back.

Hawks vs Rockets Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Cody Zeller, and Kobe Bufkin. Larry Nance Jr., and Trae Young are questionable after not playing last night.

The Rockets will be without Jabari Smith Jr., while Cam Whitmore is questionable after not playing last night.

Hawks vs Rockets Prediction

I’ve been riding with the Houston Rockets for a while now, and they continue to make me look good. Over the last three weeks, the Rockets have beaten the Cavs twice, the Grizzlies twice, the Nuggets on the road, and they just beat the Celtics on the road last night. While the Rockets are still a young group, it may be time to put them in the contender conversation. The only concern with the Rockets here is a potential letdown spot after last night’s win. With that said, the Hawks are free-falling with five straight losses, and they’re 19-27 ATS on the season. Also, the Hawks have no use if Trae Young continues to miss time. I’m on the Rockets bandwagon and have been for a while. I’ll lay the points with the road team.

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Atlanta Hawks

Minnesota Timberwolves

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Hawks have lost 11 of their last 12 road games against Northwest Division opponents that held a winning record.
• The home team has won each of the last four games between the Hawks and Timberwolves.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven road games against Western Conference opponents.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in each of their last four games as favorites following a home win.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Hawks have won each of their last five games as underdogs following a home loss.
• The Timberwolves have lost three of their last four games as home favorites following a win.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in each of their last nine games as home favorites against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• The Hawks have covered the spread in each of their last eight games as underdogs following a home loss.

Timberwolves vs Hawks Prediction

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Toronto Raptors Betting Preview

The Toronto Raptors beat the Magic and Hawks and will meet the Pelicans, Wizards, and Bulls next. The Toronto Raptors are averaging 111 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 118.5 points on 47.4 percent shooting. RJ Barrett is averaging 22.4 points and 6.6 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 19.9 points and 8 rebounds. Immanuel Quickley is the third double-digit scorer, and Gradey Dick is dishing 2.1 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 74 percent from the free-throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.1 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Raptors and Pistons, and then play the Timberwolves, Rockets, and Cavs next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 117.1 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119 points on 47.5 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.3 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Jalen Johnson is averaging 19.4 points and 10.3 rebounds. De’Andre Hunter is the third double-digit scorer, and Daeqwon Plowden is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 35.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.6 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Raptors have lost 16 of their last 17 road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The home team has won seven of the Raptors’ last eight games.
• The Hawks have covered the spread in six of their last seven night games following a home loss.
• The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in six of their last eight road games against Eastern Conference opponents after winning as underdogs.

Why the Toronto Raptors will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last six games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The underdogs have won each of the Hawks’ last four games at State Farm Arena.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The road team has covered the spread in seven of the last eight games between the Raptors and Hawks.

Hawks vs Raptors Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Zaccharie Risacher, Jalen Johnson, Cody Zeller, Larry Nance Jr., or Kobe Bufkin. Clint Capela is probable, while Trae Young is questionable for the Hawks.

The Toronto Raptors will be without Immanuel Quickley due to a groin injury, while Ochai Agbaji is questionable with a hand injury. Kelly Olynyk is also out with a calf injury.

Hawks vs Raptors Prediction

I took the Raptors and the points over the Hawks on Thursday, and it resulted in an outright run. I’m going to do the same on Saturday. The Hawks are injured, and now we’re seeing Trae Young listed as questionable, which is a setback from recent games. The Hawks are also 18-26 ATS on the season after being the worst cover team last year. The Raptors are as healthy as they’ve been all season, and I don’t think it’s a coincidence they’ve won four of their last five games. The Raptors have outright won four of their last five games as an underdog. Check to see if Young plays before betting. I’m still grabbing the points with the Raptors on the road.

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Toronto Raptors Betting Preview

The Toronto Raptors beat the Magic, lost to the Bucks, and will meet the Pelicans, Wizards, and Bulls next. The Toronto Raptors are averaging 111 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 118.5 points on 47.4 percent shooting. RJ Barrett is averaging 22.4 points and 6.6 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 19.9 points and 8 rebounds. Immanuel Quickley is the third double-digit scorer, and Gradey Dick is dishing 2.1 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 74 percent from the free-throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.1 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Knicks and Pistons, and then play the Timberwolves, Rockets, and Cavs next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 117.1 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119 points on 47.5 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.3 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Jalen Johnson is averaging 19.4 points and 10.3 rebounds. De’Andre Hunter is the third double-digit scorer, and Daeqwon Plowden is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 35.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.6 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Raptors have lost each of their last 16 road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The home team has won each of the Raptors’ last seven games.
• The Hawks have covered the spread in each of their last six night games following a home loss.
• The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven road games against Eastern Conference opponents after winning as underdogs.

Why the Toronto Raptors will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last five games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The underdogs have won four of the Hawks’ last five games.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the last four games between the Raptors and Hawks.

Hawks vs Raptors Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Zaccharie Risacher, Cody Zeller, Larry Nance Jr., or Kobe Bufkin.

The Toronto Raptors will be without Immanuel Quickley due to a groin injury, while Ochai Agbaji is questionable with a hand injury.

Hawks vs Raptors Prediction

The Atlanta Hawks need to win this game if they’re serious about sneaking into the playoffs, but they’re banged up still and are on the end of a back-to-back. The Hawks have also lost six of their last 10 games while failing to cover seven of those games. The Raptors are as healthy as they’ve been in a while, and it’s not a coincidence they’ve won three of their last four games. The Raptors have allowed less than 100 points in two of their last three games. The Raptors are also a profitable 24-18-1 ATS on the season. With the rest advantage and health on their side, I’ll grab the points with the Raptors on the road.

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Detroit Pistons Betting Preview

The Detroit Pistons lost to the Suns, beat the Rockets, and they play the Magic, Cavs, and Pacers next. The Detroit Pistons are averaging 112.2 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 113.2 points on 46.8 percent shooting. Cade Cunningham is averaging 24.5 points and 6.5 rebounds, while Jaden Ivey is averaging 17.6 points and 4 assists. Malik Beasley is the third double-digit scorer and Tobias Harris is grabbing 6.3 rebounds. The Detroit Pistons are shooting 36.4 percent from beyond the arc and 77 percent from the free-throw line. The Detroit Pistons are allowing 37.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks beat the Celtics, lost to the Knicks, and then play the Raptors, Timberwolves, and Rockets next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 117.1 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119 points on 47.5 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.3 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Jalen Johnson is averaging 19.4 points and 10.3 rebounds. De’Andre Hunter is the third double-digit scorer, and Daeqwon Plowden is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 35.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.6 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Pistons have lost each of their last 13 road games against Eastern Conference opponents after winning as underdogs.
• The Hawks have won each of their last eight night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents after winning as underdogs.
• The Hawks have covered the spread in each of their last six night games against Eastern Conference opponents.

Why the Detroit Pistons will win

• The Pistons have won five of their last six games as road underdogs.
• The Hawks have lost each of their last four games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The road team has covered the spread in seven of the Pistons’ last eight games.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.

Hawks vs Pistons Injury Report

The Detroit Pistons will continue to be without Jaden Ivey due to a broken leg.

The Hawks won’t have Zaccharie Risacher, Cody Zeller, Larry Nance Jr., or Kobe Bufkin. Jalen Johnson is questionable, and Trae Young is probable despite an Achilles issue.

Hawks vs Pistons Prediction

The Atlanta Hawks are getting the edge at home, but I’m rolling with the Pistons and the free bucket. The Hawks are banged up, and you’re never sure which team is showing up from night to night. The Pistons have won seven of their last 10 games and keep getting disrespected by oddsmakers. The Pistons also proved this run is real as they beat the Rockets on the road as 7.5-point underdogs. That aggressive Pistons defense is sure to make life difficult for Young, and I’m not sure if he has enough help to pick up the slack. I’ve been on the Pistons’ bandwagon for a while now, and that doesn’t stop here. Give me the bucket with the Pistons in a game they could easily win outright.

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks beat the Celtics and Bulls, and then play the Pistons, Raptors, and Timberwolves next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 117.2 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.2 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Jalen Johnson is averaging 19.7 points and 10.2 rebounds. De’Andre Hunter is the third double-digit scorer, and Daeqwon Plowden is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 35.2 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.7 rebounds per game.

NY Knicks Betting Preview

The NY Knicks lost to the Timberwolves, beat the 76ers, and they play the Nets, Kings, and Grizzlies next. The NY Knicks are averaging 117 points on 49.4 percent shooting and allowing 111.1 points on 47 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26 points and 3 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 25.4 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.8 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 80.6 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.3 rebounds per game.

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Knicks have won each of their last 10 games as favorites following a home loss.
• The Hawks have lost 14 of their 15 previous games at Madison Square Garden following a road win.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six-day games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Knicks have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games on the first leg of a back-to-back after losing as favorites.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Hawks have won eight of their last nine games as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Knicks have lost five of their last six-day games against Southeast Division opponents that held a winning record.
• The Hawks have covered the spread in each of their last six road games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a winning record.
• The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six Monday games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.

Knicks vs Hawks Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Zaccharie Risacher, Cody Zeller, Larry Nance Jr., or Kobe Bufkin. Jalen Johnson is probable, and Trae Young is probable despite an Achilles issue.

The Knicks won’t have Kevin McCullar Jr. or Michael Robinson. Karl-Anthony Towns (thumb) is questionable, while Josh Hart is questionable with a neck injury.

Knicks vs Hawks Prediction

The NY Knicks should be favored at home, but they’ve lost six of their last nine games and have been held under 100 points in two of their last seven games. The Hawks just outright won three straight games as an underdog, and they’ll be confident knowing they’ve won three straight games against the Knicks. The Hawks were big underdogs twice already this season to the Knicks, and that didn’t stop the upsets. Trae Young enjoys playing the Knicks, especially in Madison Square Garden. Remember, the Hawks beat the Knicks in the NBA Cup quarterfinal a little over a month ago. The underdog has won five of the last six games between the Knicks and Hawks. Give me the Hawks and the points on Monday afternoon.  

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