The predicted margin of victory for the Lakers is six to eight points.
On the second night of a back-to-back, the Hawks cover
On Sunday night, the Hawks defeated the Clippers by a score of 17 points. Even though it’s common for tired players to struggle on the second night of a back-to-back, Atlanta will be confident going into this game after their recent victory.
The Hawks and Lakers are meeting for the second time this season, with Atlanta winning the first meeting handily back in January.
Los Angeles has suffered two straight losses. Anthony Davis, a former Pelican who departed Saturday’s game due to an eye injury, may not be available for them. Despite the Hawks’ dismal performance this season against the spread, this amount still seems excessive.
First wager: 2.00 on Atlanta Hawks +8.5 [Bet9ja]
Once more, the Lakers have the lead in free throws.
Talk about the Lakers’ free throw statistics is common. Regularly, the Lakers have a significant free throw advantage over their opponents, ranking ninth in offensive free throw rate and second in defensive free throw rate.
The majority of the Hawks’ free throw attempts are made by Trae Young. He’s still out due to injury, which has seen Atlanta reconfigure their offence around Dejounte Murray.
Although there is some chance involved in this market, we believe it is a good bet due to the Lakers’ season-long free throw patterns.
Bet 2: At 1.78, Los Angeles Lakers make their first free shot. [Bet9ja]
The Lakers will take an early advantage.
Consistence has been a problem for the Lakers since the All-Star break. They have a poor net rating overall and frequently trail in the opening frames of games.
Atlanta has a history of getting off to fast starts, but we believe they may have trouble getting going against a younger Lakers squad. This time of year, playing back-to-back games is quite taxing, especially when you’re playing the two Los Angeles clubs.
Even if the Hawks tie the game in the second half, we’re taking the Lakers to take a lead after two quarters.
