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Atlanta Hawks vs Toronto Raptors Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 29, 2024 at 6:00 PM ET

Venue: Scotiabank Arena — Toronto, ON

Article updated Dec 29, 6:14 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Atlanta Hawks, currently ranked sixth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 2-2, will face off against the struggling Toronto Raptors (7-24) at Scotiabank Arena on

Game outlook

The Atlanta Hawks, currently ranked sixth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 2-2, will face off against the struggling Toronto Raptors (7-24) at Scotiabank Arena on December 29, 2024. The Hawks are riding a three-game winning streak and are looking to continue their momentum after a recent victory against Miami. In contrast, the Raptors are desperate to break a nine-game losing streak. In their last meeting, the Raptors narrowly defeated the Hawks as an underdog. Atlanta opens as the betting favorite with a line of -1, which has remained steady.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hawks -118 | Raptors +100

Spread: Hawks -1 (-110) | Raptors +1 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 237.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 54%.

Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks have demonstrated significant improvement recently, winning their last three games and currently positioned just behind Milwaukee in the Eastern Conference standings. Their offense has been a key factor in their success, averaging 117.3 points per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. Trae Young continues to be the team's offensive catalyst, averaging 22.0 points and 12.1 assists per game, while Jalen Johnson has also been a standout performer with 20.0 points and 10.3 rebounds per game. The team has been effective in three-point shooting, connecting on 35.3% of their attempts, and leads the league in free throws made per game at 19.1. However, their defense remains a concern, allowing 119.2 points per game, ranking 27th in the NBA. In terms of overall power ranking and statistics, Atlanta is ranked 18th, excelling in offense but struggling defensively. For more insights and predictions on NBA games, visit our platform to increase your bankroll.

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Toronto Raptors Analysis

The Toronto Raptors are currently going through a tough season, with a nine-game losing streak and the second-worst record in the Eastern Conference. Their defensive struggles are evident, allowing 118.5 points per game, ranking 26th in the league. Despite this, they have performed better at home, winning six out of their seven games at Scotiabank Arena. RJ Barrett has been a standout player, averaging 23.7 points and 6.3 assists per game, while Jakob Poeltl has also been solid with 15.5 points and 11.0 rebounds per game. The team's offense has shown some efficiency, shooting 46.3% from the field, but their three-point shooting is a weakness, ranking 23rd in the league at 34.4%. Additionally, the Raptors have a power ranking of 26, rank 17th in offense, and 26th in defense. They have an overall record of 7-24 (20-11 ATS). They are hitting an average of 46.32% of field goals, 74.74% of free throws, and 34.5% of three-pointers. On defense, they allow 46.57% of field goals, 78.23% of free throws, and 35.06% of three-pointers. Ultimately, the Raptors are looking to improve their performance and turn their season around.

Raptors remain a strong underdog pick against struggling Hawks

With the recent success of the Hawks and the struggles faced by the Raptors, the current line appears to be somewhat questionable. Toronto's strong record of 19-11-2 against the spread this season, coupled with their home court advantage, positions them as an appealing underdog selection. Demonstrating their ability to compete effectively at home, the Raptors' determination to break their losing streak should provide the motivation for a solid performance. In contrast, the Hawks have only managed a 1-4 record against the spread in games played on consecutive days. Considering these factors, the prudent choice in this scenario would be to favor the Raptors for the upcoming matchup.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Hawks vs Raptors archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Hawks vs Raptors matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Atlanta Hawks-118 → -107Moved
  • Moneyline · Toronto Raptors+100 → -113Moved
  • Spread · Atlanta Hawks-1 (-110) → +1 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Toronto Raptors+1 (-110) → -1 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over237.5 (-110) → 243 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under237.5 (-110) → 243 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Atlanta Hawks
2-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Toronto Raptors
2-1 matchup record · 6-3-1 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-29T11:14:22.108Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

With the recent success of the Hawks and the struggles faced by the Raptors, the current line appears to be somewhat questionable. Toronto's strong record of 19-11-2 against the spread this season, coupled with their home court advantage, positions them as an appealing underdog selection. Demonstrating their ability to compete effectively at home, the Raptors' determination to break their losing streak should provide the motivation for a solid performance. In contrast, the Hawks have only managed a 1-4 record against the spread in games played on consecutive days. Considering these factors, the prudent choice in this scenario would be to favor the Raptors for the upcoming matchup.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Atlanta Hawks defeated Toronto Raptors 136-107

Atlanta Hawks defeated Toronto Raptors 136-107 on December 29, 2024, a 29-point decision in the series. Atlanta Hawks' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 40-24. Against SportsJaw's recorded Atlanta Hawks +1 (-110) spread, Atlanta Hawks covered, while the 243 total pushed.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JtgarciaSpread · Toronto Raptors +1 (-110)Loss
  • 72dolphinsSpread · Toronto Raptors +1 (-110)Loss
  • Sarah_MillerSpread · Toronto Raptors +1 (-110)Loss
  • SimonsaysSpread · Toronto Raptors +1 (-110)Loss
  • Josh720Spread · Atlanta Hawks -1 (-110)Win
  • MiamimikeTotal · Under 237.5 (-110)Loss
  • Philly267Spread · Atlanta Hawks -1 (-110)Win