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Game time: March 18, 2024 at 10:30 PM ET

Venue: crypto.com Arena — Los Angeles, CA

Article updated Mar 18, 2:14 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The 2023-24 NBA season will feature an interconference showdown between the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Lakers at the crypto.com Arena on Monday, March 18. This will be

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The 2023-24 NBA season will feature an interconference showdown between the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Lakers at the crypto.com Arena on Monday, March 18. This will be the second meeting between the teams this season, with the Hawks winning the previous matchup in January. Both teams are dealing with injuries to key players, with several players listed as out or questionable. Los Angeles is the favorite to win with a current line of -8.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hawks +278 | Lakers -348

Spread: Hawks +8 (-110) | Lakers -8 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 226 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 78%.

Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks lost their third straight game to the Utah Jazz, falling 124-122. Despite shooting well from three-point range and the free-throw line, they were unable to secure the win. Dejounte Murray led the way with 33 points, but struggled with his shooting percentages. The Hawks have strengths in free-throw shooting and rebounding, but struggle with field-goal percentage and defense. Their offensive power ranking is 18, with a strong offense but a weak defense. They are currently 30-37 for the season. JJ returned to the lineup and brought all his tools 🧰 26 PTS | 5 AST | 5 REB | 4 3PM (tied career high) @Jalen_J23 x @UPS pic.twitter.com/3O0R5Ooz90

Los Angeles Lakers Analysis

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The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 128-121 loss to the Golden State Warriors, marking their second consecutive defeat in the opener of a four-game homestand. Although the Lakers held an early lead, they struggled in the second and third quarters, ultimately falling short. Despite standout performances from LeBron James, who scored 40 points, and D'Angelo Russell, who recorded a double-double, the team struggled with their shooting percentages and allowed Golden State to take more shots throughout the game. The Lakers currently hold a power ranking of 25 and are ranked 10th in offense, averaging 117.22 points per game, and 22nd in defense, giving up an average of 117.49 points per game. Looking at their statistics, the Lakers excel in field-goal percentage and three-point shooting but struggle with opponent field-goal percentage and defensive rebounds. They will need to address these areas to improve their overall performance moving forward. No stranger to the weight room 💪 pic.twitter.com/9EaOSyH75s

Los Angeles Clippers Expected to Dominate Atlanta Hawks in Upcoming Matchup

As of the time this preview was written, the line for the Hawks versus Clippers game had not been released. It is anticipated that Los Angeles will be favored by a margin of at least six points in this upcoming matchup. Both teams have a 5-5 record in their respective last 10 games; however, Atlanta will be playing on consecutive nights in Los Angeles against two playoff-contending teams. The Lakers have emerged victorious in their previous two encounters with the Hawks in Los Angeles, triumphing by a margin of 16 points in both instances. Historically, when Los Angeles emerges victorious against Atlanta, they do so convincingly. Hence, it is likely that the Lakers will deliver a dominant performance in this upcoming game.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Atlanta Hawks+288 → +345Moved
  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Lakers-359 → -450Moved
  • Spread · Atlanta Hawks+8.5 (-110) → +9 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Lakers-8.5 (-110) → -9 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over226 (-110) → 226 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under226 (-110) → 226 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Atlanta Hawks
2-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Los Angeles Lakers
3-0 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-03-18T18:14:18.556Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The 2023-24 NBA season will feature an interconference showdown between the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Lakers at the crypto.com Arena on Monday, March 18. This will be the second meeting between the teams this season, with the Hawks winning the previous matchup in January. Both teams are dealing with injuries to key players, with several players listed as out or questionable. Los Angeles is the favorite to win with a current line of -8.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-01-30Los Angeles Lakers 122 · Atlanta Hawks 138
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Los Angeles Lakers defeated Atlanta Hawks 136-105

Los Angeles Lakers defeated Atlanta Hawks 136-105 on March 18, 2024, a 31-point decision in the series. Los Angeles Lakers' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 38-27. Against SportsJaw's recorded Atlanta Hawks +9 (-110) spread, Los Angeles Lakers covered, while the 241 combined points finished over the recorded total of 226.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • PeytoncSpread · Atlanta Hawks +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • CovergirlSpread · Atlanta Hawks +8 (-110)Loss
  • DengWinsSpread · Los Angeles Lakers -8 (-110)Win
  • Drew_WestcottTotal · Over 226 (-110)Win
  • IroncladlocksSpread · Los Angeles Lakers -8 (-110)Win
  • JtphamSpread · Los Angeles Lakers -8 (-110)Win
  • BadmanSpread · Los Angeles Lakers -8 (-110)Win
  • 1662383108Moneyline · Los Angeles Lakers -348Win
  • CoolioSpread · Atlanta Hawks +9 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 225 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Atlanta Hawks +9 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 225 (-110)Win