The Atlanta Hawks (6-7) travel to face off against the Portland Trail Blazers (5-8) on Sunday, November 17th. This game will be played at Moda Center in Portland and televised on KATU. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Tip-off is set for 6:00 ET.

Hawks vs Trail Blazers

The Hawks Are Coming Off A Win

The Hawks improved to 6-7 on the season with a 129-117 win over the Wizards on Friday. Atlanta, favored by 9 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 246 points went over the 241.5-point line.

After trailing 39-29 after the 1st quarter, Atlanta’s defense held the Wizards to just 11 points in the 2nd quarter. A key 12-0 run helped the Hawks extend their lead from 44-43 to 56-43. They entered the 4th quarter with a 94-75 lead before the Wizards outscored them 42-35 in the final period.

The Trail Blazers Are Coming Off A Win

The Trail Blazers improved to 5-8 on the season with a 106-98 win over the Timberwolves on Wednesday. Portland, who were +10 point underdogs, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 204, falling short of the 219.5 O/U line.

Portland turned the game around after a slow start, outscoring Minnesota 25-15 in the 2nd quarter. After a 76-76 tie going into the 4th, the Blazers went on a decisive 13-0 run to take control of the game.

Hawks Offense Breakdown

Dyson Daniels led the Hawks with 25 points on 71.4% shooting in their win over the Wizards, while De’Andre Hunter added 22 points, hitting 3 threes at a 60% rate. Jalen Johnson contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field.

Atlanta made 12 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and finished with a 46.9% overall field goal percentage. Trae Young scored 9 of his 18 points in the 4th quarter, and Johnson also added 8 points in the final period.

Trail Blazers Offense Breakdown

Shaedon Sharpe led the Trail Blazers to a win over the Timberwolves, scoring 33 points and grabbing 6 rebounds, shooting 52.2% from the field. He hit 3 threes, though at just 30% efficiency. Donovan Clingan added 17 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 60%, while Dalano Banton contributed 13 points and 5 assists, hitting 57.1% of his shots.

Portland shot 45.8% overall, connecting on 9 threes at a 36% rate. Sharpe scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Clingan added 8 in the 3rd. Scoot Henderson and Toumani Camara each finished with 11 points, with Henderson scoring 8 in the 2nd quarter.

Hawks Team Defense

Despite a rough 1st and 4th quarter, the Hawks’ defense held the Wizards to just 11 points in the 2nd quarter, helping them secure the win. Overall, they allowed 117 points on 40% shooting from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Hawks gave up 15 threes on 34% shooting. They sent the Wizards to the line 21 times, where Washington made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 40 rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 10 steals and 10 blocks.

Trail Blazers Team Defense

Despite giving up 39 points in the 1st quarter and 42 in the 4th, the Hawks managed to hold the Wizards to just 11 points in the 2nd, helping them secure a 129-117 win. Overall, they allowed 117 points on 40% shooting from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Wizards hit 15 threes at a 34% clip. The Hawks sent Washington to the line 21 times, where they made 16 free throws. Atlanta grabbed 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and added 10 steals and 10 blocks.

Hawks vs Trail Blazers Trends

• In their last three road games, Atlanta has averaged 121 points per game while allowing 116. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 3-0 vs. the spread.
• Through their last three home games, Portland has an ATS record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 108 points per game.
• In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Trail Blazers have a straight up record of 2-3 and an ATS mark of 2-3.
• Atlanta has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last three games.

Hawks vs Trail Blazers Prediction

Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +4, the Trail Blazers 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.

Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 231.5, and our model predicts the Hawks and Trail Blazers to score a combined 263 points. We recommend betting on the over.

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