Published Feb 6, 6:41pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Feb 6, 6:41pm ET
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Updated Feb 6, 6:41pm ET
One of the games on Saturday's NBA slate features the Atlanta Hawks hosting the Charlotte Hornets. Who has the edge in our Hawks vs Hornets pick?
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| Atlanta Hawks | +117 |
| Charlotte Hornets | -122 |
After back-to-back losses to the Rockets and Pacers, Atlanta has won its last two games. This includes a 121-119 victory against the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.
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Despite having one of the worst records in the Western Conference, the Jazz hung around until the very end as the teams battled to a 119 tie with just seconds left to play. But Nickeil Alexander-Walker's jumper secured the win for Atlanta.
Jock Landale was one of five players in double figures for the Hawks. He led the way with 26 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists. Alexander-Walker scored 23 points and handed out five assists.
Following a 94-87 setback against Cleveland, the Hornets have won eight straight, including an impressive double-digit victory against the Houston Rockets.
Charlotte was ahead by 16 points after 36 minutes of action. And thanks to a 5-0 run early in the fourth quarter, the Rockets emptied their bench, paving the way for the Hornets to notch their eighth consecutive win.
Kon Knueppel put up 24 points and grabbed four rebounds while shooting 8-of-13 from the floor. LaMelo Ball finished with 20 points, six boards, and four dimes.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
Atlanta is 4-10 in its last 14 outings against Eastern Conference opponents, and Charlotte has won each of its previous five road games. These trends favor the Hornets coming out on top on this one.
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Charlotte Hornets
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