Atlanta Hawks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 06/03/2024, 06:25  by Devesh Jaganath in NBA Predictions

The Cleveland Cavaliers will pay a visit to the State Farm Arena to take on the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA on Wednesday evening. The hosts are 27-34 and tenth in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 35-26 and sixth in the Conference standings. 

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been showing solid form, securing victories in four of their last six games. They are now looking to maintain their positive momentum after narrowly defeating the Celtics in a 105-104 win last night. Dean Wade emerged as a key contributor, leading the team with 23 points on an impressive 8 of 11 shooting performance off the bench, while Jarrett Allen added 21 points along with 12 rebounds. Despite ranking 17th in the league with an average of 114.2 points per game, the Cavaliers demonstrate better scoring at home, averaging 115.1 points per game compared to 113.2 points per game on the road. However, their standout performance lies in their formidable defense, conceding just 109.4 points per game, which ranks second in the NBA. Nevertheless, the Cavaliers will be without Tristan Thompson due to suspension, and Donovan Mitchell remains sidelined with a knee injury.

The Atlanta Hawks have been struggling lately, losing five of their last eight games. However, they managed to pull off a much-needed result by snapping a two-game losing streak with a 116-100 road victory over the Knicks last night. Jalen Johnson stood out with an impressive performance, leading the team with 26 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists, while De'Andre Hunter contributed 22 points coming off the bench. Ranking fifth in the league with an average of 120.4 points per game, the Hawks have displayed better offensive prowess at home, where they score 123.5 points per game, compared to 117.1 points per game on the road. However, their defensive struggles persist, as they concede an average of 122.4 points per game, ranking 29th in the NBA. The disparity continues in their defensive performance at home, where they allow 123.6 points per game compared to 121.1 points per game on the road. Trae Young remains sidelined with a finger injury.