Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 30/01/2025, 05:52  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 30/01/2025 at 05:58 in NBA Predictions

The Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse will see NBA action return this Thursday evening when the Cleveland Cavaliers play host to the Atalanta Hawks. The Cavs (38-9) lead the Eastern Conference standings, while the Hawks (22-25) are in ninth position. Let's get into the match prediction. 

The Cavs are heating up once again after a trio of disenchanting defeats, with a third consecutive victory on the horizon after dispatching the Heat 126-106 on Wednesday.

Donovan Mitchell sank 15 of his 34 points from beyond the arc, while Evan Mobley commanded the painted area with 15 rebounds in addition to his 22 points. 

The Cavs hold the second-best offence in the league, averaging 121.9 points per game, but could use some improvement on defence, allowing 112 PPG (11th overall). 

Meanwhile, the Hawks are suffering a torrid spell of form with six consecutive defeats following a 100-96 loss to the Houston Rockets in midweek.

Trae Young lacked offensive support being the only Hawks player to break the 20-point mark, while the team shot 40% from a total of 89 field attempts. 

The Hawks are averaging 115.3 points per game (11th overall) while possessing the third-worst defence in the league, allowing 118.1 PPG.