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Atlanta Hawks vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Hawks Favored to Win as 76ers Battle Injuries and Defensive Woes in Playoff Push

The Atlanta Hawks are set to play the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, after playing the Brooklyn Nets the night before. Atlanta has secured a playoff spot but is fighting for seeding in the play-in round. Philadelphia, on the other hand, has been eliminated from playoff contention but snapped a 12-game losing streak with a win over the Washington Wizards. Both teams have a number of key players out due to injuries. Atlanta is favored to win by 11.25 points. For a detailed prediction of the Atlanta Hawks vs. Philadelphia 76ers game, be sure to read our NBA picks. Let's make some winning bets together!

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hawks -560 | 76ers +425
• Spread: Hawks -11 (-110) | 76ers +11 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 240 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 85%.

Atlanta vs Philadelphia Stats

Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks currently hold a power ranking of 14, with an offense ranking of 5 and a defense ranking of 27. They are averaging 117.9 points per game while allowing 119.8 points per game. Their shooting percentages stand at 47.0% overall and 35.6% from 3-point range. Trae Young leads in scoring with 24.1 points per game, while Caris LeVert follows with 14.7 points per game. Young also leads in assists with 11.6 per game, while Onyeka Okongwu leads in rebounds with 8.8 per game. Defensively, the Hawks are allowing opponents to shoot 48.3% overall and 37.6% from beyond the arc. They are currently missing De'Andre Hunter and Jalen Johnson, who are among the team's leading scorers and rebounders.

Philadelphia 76ers Analysis

The Philadelphia 76ers currently have a power ranking of 27 and are ranked 26th in offense, scoring an average of 109.54 points per game, and 21st in defense, giving up an average of 115.82 points per game. They have a record of 24-56 overall. The team is shooting 45.53% from the field and 34.26% from three-point territory on offense, while allowing opponents to shoot 49.00% from the field and 38.01% from three-point territory on defense. The 76ers average 39.43 rebounds, 23.18 offensive assists, and 12.76 turnovers per game on offense, and 45.27 defensive rebounds, 28.34 defensive assists, and 15.23 turnovers per game on defense. The team is currently without their top two scorers and their fourth and 6th leading scorers, with Quentin Grimes as the leading active scorer averaging 22.4 points per game. Kelly Oubre Jr is the second leading scorer at 15.1 points per game, but he is a game-time decision. Oubre Jr is also the leading rebounder and steals leader, while Jared Butler leads in assists and Adem Bona in blocked shots.

Atlanta Hawks Aim to Take Advantage of Philadelphia 76ers' Injury Woes and Defensive Woes in Playoff Race

Philadelphia has been plagued by injuries throughout the season, with key players like Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey sidelined alongside other regulars. In contrast, Atlanta is highly motivated to secure a victory in this game as they compete with three other teams for the top seeding in the NBA postseason play-in round. The 76ers have long been out of playoff contention and have struggled to cover the spread in recent games. Atlanta boasts impressive offensive stats, ranking 5th in scoring and 14th in field goal shooting at 47.0%. Facing off against one of the weakest defenses in the league, Philadelphia ranks last in field goal shooting percentage allowed and second to last in three-point shooting percentage allowed.

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