Golden State Warriors Vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction, Preview, And Betting Odds
The Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 08:00 PM ET at the Chase Center (San Francisco). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
Match Prediction Atlanta Hawks vs Golden State Warriors
This is a tough game to call, as both teams are playing well. However, I think the Warriors’ experience and Steph Curry’s return will give them the edge. I predict the Warriors to win by 5 points.
Key matchup:
The key matchup in this game will be between Steph Curry and Trae Young. Both players are MVP candidates, and they will be looking to lead their teams to victory.
Injuries:
- Warriors: Stephen Curry (shoulder, questionable), Draymond Green (suspension), Andre Iguodala (hip, out), James Wiseman (ankle, out), Jonathan Kuminga (foot, out), JaMychal Green (leg, out), Andrew Wiggins (illness, out)
- Hawks: Clint Capela (calf, out), De’Andre Hunter (ankle, questionable)
Head to Head
- Warriors lead the all-time series 163-154 (51.4%).
- In the regular season, Warriors lead 151-147 (50.7%).
- Playoffs: Warriors sweep Hawks 3-0.
Recent matchups:
- Last 5 games: Warriors won 2, Hawks won 3.
- Last game: Warriors won 127-119 on March 17th, 2023.
- Current season matchup: Warriors won 143-141 on January 2nd, 2024.
Atlanta Hawks vs Golden State Warriors Preview
- The Warriors are coming off a 123-115 win over the Los Angeles Clippers, their third win in their last four games.
- Jordan Poole led the Warriors with 28 points, while Klay Thompson added 24 points and Draymond Green had a triple-double with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and 12 assists.
- Stephen Curry missed his third straight game with a shoulder injury, but he is expected to return against the Hawks.
- The Warriors are 14-9 on the road this season, and they are 5-3 against Eastern Conference teams.
Hawks Preview:
- The Hawks have lost two straight games, including a 132-122 defeat to the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night.
- Trae Young had 38 points and 10 assists in the loss, while John Collins added 22 points and 10 rebounds.
- Clint Capela is out with a calf injury, and his absence has hurt the Hawks’ rebounding and interior defense.
- The Hawks are 14-13 at home this season, and they are 11-11 against Western Conference teams.
Golden State Warriors vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Odds
- The Warriors are favored to win by 2.5 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
- The over/under for the game is 236.5 points.
FAQs for Atlanta Hawks vs Golden State Warriors
Are the Hawks a good team?
The Hawks traded a bundle of first-round picks to pair Murray and Young, and the experiment has not paid off. The team has been mediocre since the 2021 conference finals — one game under . 500 combined over two-plus subsequent seasons, with three total playoff wins.
What is the record between the Warriors and the Hawks?
The Golden State Warriors are 151-147 versus the Hawks all-time.
Why are Warriors called the dubs?
The franchise’s nickname is “Dubs”, and fans started using it in the 1990s. According to the Spanish newspaper AS, “the ‘W’ for Warriors was just diluted to the sound of the first syllable, ‘dub’ and it caught on.”
Have the Hawks won a championship?
The Hawks were one of the original franchises of the National Basketball Association (NBA) when the league was established in 1949. The team won its only championship in 1958.
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Conclusion
The Golden State Warriors vs. Atlanta Hawks game is a must-watch matchup between two of the best teams in the NBA. I expect a close game, but I think the Warriors will come away with the victory.
