Published Mar 13, 9:02am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 13, 9:02am ET
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One of the games on Saturday's NBA slate features the Atlanta Hawks hosting the Milwaukee Bucks. Who has the edge in our Hawks vs Bucks pick?
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| Atlanta Hawks | -8.5 (-114) |
| Milwaukee Bucks | +8.5 (-109) |
After a 31-point loss to the Heat, Atlanta has bounced back, winning each of its last eight games. The team's latest triumph was a 108-97 victory against the Brooklyn Nets.
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The Hawks' early nine-point lead turned into a one-point deficit in the final frame. But a 10-0 run created enough separation for the home team to secure the double-digit win.
Four of the five starters reached double figures for Atlanta. Jalen Johnson scored a team-high 21 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and handed out nine assists. Zaccharie Risacher contributed 19 points and nine rebounds off the bench.
Following a 14-point win against Utah, the Bucks have dropped three straight. Their recent setback was a 112-105 loss to the Miami Heat.
Miami held a slim three-point lead late in the fourth quarter. After Giannis Antetokounmpo's 3-point attempt rimmed out, Pelle Larson knocked down a three-point basket, giving the Heat a six-point advantage, which essentially put the game out of reach.
Larson was one of four players in double figures for Miami. He scored a team-high 28 points, along with six rebounds and six assists. Bam Adebayo, who scored 83 points in his last outing, finished with 21 points and eight rebounds.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Hawks hold a slight 3-2 edge in the previous five meetings between these teams. Additionally, Atlanta is undefeated in its last six outings against Eastern Conference opponents, while Milwaukee is 0-6. Therefore, it's a safe move to go with the Hawks.
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