The Atlanta Hawks (6-8) travel to face off against the Sacramento Kings (8-6) on Monday, November 18th. This game will be played at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento and televised on NBCS. The Kings are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Hawks are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Hawks. Tip-off is set for 10:00 ET.
Hawks vs Kings
The Hawks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
The Hawks fell to 6-8 on the season after a 114-110 loss to the Trail Blazers on Sunday. Atlanta, who entered the game as 4-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 224 points came in under the pre-game line of 230.
Atlanta started strong, going on an 11-0 run early and leading 33-21 after the 1st quarter. However, they were outscored 38-17 in the 3rd quarter, leaving them trailing 94-82 going into the 4th. Despite a late push, outscoring Portland 28-20 in the final quarter, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback.
The Kings Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
With a 121-117 win over the Jazz on Saturday, the Kings improved to 8-6 on the season. Sacramento was favored by 7.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 238 exceeded the over/under line of 228.5 by 9.5 points.
Utah went on an 11-0 run, extending their lead from 62-52 to 73-52, but the Kings rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring the Jazz 31-23 to secure the win.
Hawks Offense Breakdown
Trae Young’s 29 points and 8 assists weren’t enough for the Hawks in their 114-110 loss to the Trail Blazers. Young hit 5 threes at a 50% clip, and added 14 points in the 4th quarter. Jalen Johnson contributed 25 points on 71.4% shooting, with 8 coming in the final period.
The Hawks shot 45.9% from the field and 34.4% from three, connecting on 11 threes overall. Dyson Daniels scored 10 of his 12 points in the opening quarter, while Vít Krejčí added 8 of his 11 points in the 2nd.
Kings Offense Breakdown
De’Aaron Fox was unstoppable in the Kings’ win over the Jazz, pouring in 49 points and 9 assists, with 18 points coming in the 1st quarter and another 14 in the 4th. He shot 53.3% from the field and hit 3 threes at a 75% clip.
The Kings connected on 19 threes, shooting 46.3% from deep and 50.6% overall. Trey Lyles and Kevin Huerter each hit 5 threes, with Lyles shooting 71.4% from beyond the arc and finishing with 17 points. Huerter added 18 points in the win.
Hawks Team Defense
Defensively, the Hawks had strong 1st and 4th quarters, giving up just 21 and 20 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, allowing 35 and 38 points, which contributed to their 114-110 loss to the Trail Blazers. Overall, Atlanta allowed Portland to shoot 46% from the field.
From beyond the arc, the Hawks gave up 14 threes on 36% shooting. They sent the Trail Blazers to the line 19 times, where Portland converted 12 free throws. Atlanta also allowed 18 offensive rebounds but recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks.
Kings Team Defense
Despite a strong defensive effort in the 1st and 4th quarters, the Hawks struggled in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing 35 and 38 points, respectively, in their 114-110 loss to the Trail Blazers. Atlanta gave up 14 threes on 36% shooting from deep and sent Portland to the line 19 times, where they made 12 free throws.
The Hawks grabbed 31 defensive rebounds but allowed 18 offensive boards. They also recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks in the game.
Hawks vs Kings Trends
- Although Atlanta has a straight up record of 2-8 in their last ten road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 4-6. The team averaged 114 points per game in these games.
- Although Sacramento has a straight up record of 5-5 in their last ten home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 5-5. The team averaged 113 points per game in these games.
- Through their last three games as the underdog, the Hawks have an ATS record of 3-0 and a straight up mark of 2-1.
- As the betting favorite, the Kings have an ATS mark of just 6-4 in their last ten games. Sacramento posted a straight up mark of 7-3 in these matchups.
Hawks vs Kings Prediction
Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +4.5, the Hawks is our point spread pick. Our projections not only see them covering the spread but also indicate a solid chance of an outright victory. This is a good choice for those looking for a higher moneyline payout.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 234.5, and our model projects the Hawks and Kings to reach a combined total of 222 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
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Last updated:November 18, 2024 Hawks, Kings