Atlanta Hawks vs Utah Jazz Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 27/02/2024, 06:30  by Devesh Jaganath in NBA Predictions

The Atlanta Hawks will play host to the Utah Jazz at the State Farm Arena in the NBA on Tuesday night. The hosts are 25-32 and tenth in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 27-31 and 11th in the Western Conference. 

The Utah Jazz have faced a challenging stretch recently, losing eight of their last 11 games. However, they managed to halt a five-game losing streak with a 128-109 win over the Spurs at home last time out. Lauri Markkanen led the team with 26 points, seven rebounds, and four assists, while Jordan Clarkson added 22 points and 10 assists. Utah's squad is currently the ninth-ranked scoring team in the NBA, averaging 118 points per game, while Atlanta's team ranks 29th in points allowed per game, at 123.3. In the 2023-24 season, Utah scores 10.4 more points per game at home (123.2) than on the road (112.8). Defensively, Utah has a rating of 119.2, ranking 26th, while allowing 120.4 points per game. Notably, Utah will be without Otto Porter Jr. for this game.

The Atlanta Hawks have been in decent form, splitting their last eight games. They will look to maintain their momentum after a convincing 109-92 victory over the Magic at home. Dejounte Murray led the team with 25 points, nine rebounds, and 11 assists, while Jalen Johnson contributed 21 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists. The Hawks currently rank fourth in the NBA's scoring charts, averaging 121.1 points per game, while the Jazz allow the 25th-fewest points per game, at 120.4. Notably, the Hawks' offense has performed significantly better in home games, averaging 123.5 points per game compared to 118.4 on the road. However, Atlanta has struggled defensively, with a rating of 120.8, ranking 30th, and allowing 123.3 points per game, ranking 29th. Unfortunately, Atlanta will be without Trae Young for this match.