The Hawks host the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, Nov 17. Today’s game is set for 7:30 ET and will be shown on NBCS. Atlanta comes into this game as 1-point favorites with the total set at 236. Keep reading to get our Hawks vs. 76ers predictions.
Hawks vs. 76ers Odds
- Spread: Hawks -1
- Total 236
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Nov 17
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta GA
- TV: NBCS
76ers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Philadelphia has played well in their previous 5 road games, going 3-2 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 109 points per game while allowing 109. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
- Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the 76ers have a straight up record of 5-5. But, their mark vs the spread was just 6-4.
Hawks Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Hawks have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Although Atlanta has a straight up record of 2-1 in their last three home games, they have not held up as well vs. the spread going 1-2. The team averaged 121 points per game in these games.
- Although the Hawks have a strong straight up record in their last five games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 1-4.
Will Philadelphia Make it Happen on the Road?
Facing the Hawks today, the 76ers look to maintain their record above .500, which currently stands at 8-3. At this time, the team’s rank is 2nd in the Eastern Conference, and they are also 2nd in the Atlantic division.
Against the Celtics, the 76ers had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 119.9 points per game. They scored 107 points and posted a field goal percentage of 45.9% in the game. Currently leading the team in scoring is Joel Embiid who comes into today’s matchup averaging 31.9. Tyrese Maxey also heads into the game with a PPG average of 27.6.
The 76ers’ defense is presently ranked 13th in the league, allowing an average of 112.2 points per contest.
The Philadelphia defense has allowed opponents to shoot 35.2% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 45.9% of their field goal attempts vs. Philadelphia.
Are the Hawks Ready for a Home Win?
The Hawks are entering today’s matchup with the goal of not dropping to .500, given their current record of 6-5 over 11 games. Currently, the team is 7th in the Eastern Conference as well as 2nd in the Southeast division.
Against the Knicks, the Hawks had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 120.3 points per game. They scored 114 points and posted a field goal percentage of 54.7% in the game. Bogdan Bogdanovic led the scoring for the Hawks, contributing 28 points. Additionally, Jalen Johnson chipped in with 18 points.
Coming into the game, the Hawks will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 117.2 points per game (23rd).
The Atlanta defense has allowed opponents to shoot 36.5% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 48.5% of their field goal attempts vs. Atlanta.
Hawks vs. 76ers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Joel Embiid and his points prop of 32.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -115 while the under is at -119. Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with a stat line of 28 points, 10 and 5 assists. As for his points prop, we like the under at 32.5.
- The Prop: Joel Embiid Under 32.5 Points (-119)
Hawks vs. 76ers Predictions
The 76ers come in as the underdog at +1, making them our top choice on the point spread. We not only expect them to cover the spread but also believe they have a strong chance of winning the game outright, especially if you’re aiming for a higher moneyline payout.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 236, and our model projects the 76ers and Hawks to reach a combined total of 226 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: 76ers +1 | at Fanduel Sportsbook