The Kings are set to face the Atlanta Hawks on Monday, Jan 22. The game is scheduled for 10:00 ET while airing on NBCS. Sacramento enters this game as 8-point favorites with the total set at 237.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Kings vs Hawks predictions below.
Kings vs. Hawks Odds
- Spread: Kings -8
- Total 237.5
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Game Info
- Date: Monday, Jan 22
- Time: 10:00 ET
- Location: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento CA
- TV: NBCS
Hawks Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Hawks have an over/under record of 0-5 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Across their three previous road games, Atlanta has an ATS mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 111 points per game.
- As the betting underdog, the Hawks have an ATS mark of just 1-4 in their last five games. Atlanta posted a straight up mark of 1-4 in these matchups.
Kings Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Kings have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Sacramento has a 2-3 record in their last five home games. In this stretch, they averaged 121 points per game while allowing 116. The team also performed well vs the spread at 4-1.
- Sacramento has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last three games.
Do the Hawks Have What It Takes in Sacramento?
Heading into today’s game vs. the Kings, the Hawks are 18-24 overall. In the Eastern Conference, they are 10th and 3rd in the Southeast division.
In their most recent game, the Hawks scored 95 points against the Cavaliers. They shot 39.8% from the field and hit 11 threes. Overall, the Hawks are shooting 46% from the field this season, which is 22nd in the NBA. From beyond the arc, they are 17th in percentage and have made the 8th most threes in the league.
When it comes to defense, the Atlanta Hawks have struggled this season as they are allowing 122.5 points per game, which is 27th in the NBA. However, over their last five games, they have been much better, giving up just 110.8 points per contest.
On the road, Atlanta is allowing 121.4 points per game, which is 26th in the league. For the season, opposing teams have shot 50.1% from the field against the Hawks, which is 29th in the NBA.
One area where Atlanta has been solid is in steals, as they are 6th in the league at 8 per game. However, they have struggled to block shots, ranking just 24th in the NBA.
Can the Kings Grab a Win at Home?
Coming into their matchup with the Hawks, the Kings are 23-18 on the season and are trying to end a four game losing skid. They currently hold the 8th spot in the Western Conference and are 3rd in the Pacific division.
In their most recent game, the Kings put up 121 points against the Pacers. They shot 51.8% from the field and knocked down 15 threes. This season, the Kings are averaging 40.6 three-point attempts per game and have made 37% of them.
When it comes to defending the three-point line, Sacramento has done a good job of limiting attempts, ranking 10th in the league in three-point attempts allowed per game. However, they have struggled to keep opponents from hitting their season average from beyond the arc, with teams making 38.7% of their three-point attempts.
Overall, the Kings have been a below-average defensive team, ranking 21st in the league in points allowed per game at 118.0. In their last five games, they have given up 119.6 points per contest. Sacramento has also struggled to protect the rim, ranking 27th in blocked shots per game.
One area where the Kings have been solid is in terms of personal fouls, ranking 8th in the league. Sacramento is also in the middle of the pack in terms of field goal percentage allowed at 48.8%.
Kings vs. Hawks Player Props
A player prop we are looking at is Dejounte Murray and his points prop of 24.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -106 while the under is at -129. For his matchup against the Kings, we recommend taking the under on Dejounte Murray and his prop bet of 24.5 points. According to our player projection model, he is expected to fall short of his prop, with a projection of 21.
- The Prop: Dejounte Murray Under 24.5 Points (-129)
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Kings vs. Hawks Predictions
As the underdogs with a spread of +8, we recommend going with the Hawks on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 237.5, and our model projects the Hawks and Kings to reach a combined total of 236 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Hawks +8 | at Fanduel Sportsbook