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Atlanta Hawks vs Dallas Mavericks: Key Play-In Matchup Set for Wednesday Night

The Atlanta Hawks and Dallas Mavericks will face off in a key game between two play-in teams on Wednesday, April 2nd. The Hawks, in seventh place in the Eastern Conference with a 36-39 record, will take on the Mavericks, who are in ninth place with a 37-39 record. The game is set for 8:30 P.M. EST, with Dallas opening as the betting favorite at -3.5 and the current line at Dallas -4.5. Stay tuned for our Atlanta Hawks vs Dallas Mavericks prediction and other NBA picks for the night.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hawks +159 | Mavericks -180
• Spread: Hawks +4.5 (-110) | Mavericks -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 237.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 64%.

Atlanta vs Dallas Stats

Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks have a record of 36-39 overall and are currently in seventh place in the Eastern Conference, five games behind the sixth place Bucks. They have a 17-20 record when playing on the road and have won eight of their last 13 games. In their most recent game, they lost to the Trail Blazers with a score of 127-113. Trae Young leads the team with 24.1 points and 11.5 assists per game. On the offensive end, they are averaging 117.9 points per game which ranks fifth in the NBA, shooting 47% from the field and 35.6% from three-point range. Defensively, they are allowing 119.5 points per game, ranking them fourth worst in the league. The team's statistics place them at number 12 in the power rankings, with a strong offense but struggling defense. They are 37-38 overall against the spread this season, with the over hitting in 46-28-1 games played.

Dallas Mavericks Analysis

The Dallas Mavericks are currently 37-39 overall this season and are in ninth place in the Western Conference, holding a two game lead over the Suns for the final play-in spot. They have won four of their last six games and lost their most recent game to the Nets. The team is averaging 114.9 points per game, ranking 12th overall in offense, and allowing 115.1 points per game, ranking 17th in defense. The Mavericks have a power ranking of 25 and are #12 for offense and #18 for defense. Dallas has a shooting percentage of 47.82% from the field and 36.69% from behind the arc. They allow opponents to shoot 46.94% from the field and 36.20% from three-point range. Key players include Daniel Gafford, Kyrie Irving, and PJ Washington. Dereck Lively II is questionable for the next game, while Caleb Martin and Anthony Davis are listed as probable. Dante Exum, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, and Kyrie Irving are out. The Mavericks have a record of 37-37-2 against the spread this season.

Hawks Struggle Defensively, Mavericks Favored to Cover Spread in Upcoming Match

The Hawks faced challenges in their recent game against the Trail Blazers, resulting in a loss. Their inability to secure the lead and effectively control the game was largely due to subpar defensive performance. This consistent defensive weakness puts them at a disadvantage against the Mavericks, who have demonstrated strong gameplay in recent matches, particularly with the return of Anthony Davis to the lineup. The Mavericks have a favorable track record of 20-17-1 against the spread this season following a loss. Considering these factors, it is advisable to select the Mavericks to cover the spread in the upcoming game.

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