The Atlanta Hawks are hosting the Miami Heat in this Eastern Conference showdown. The Hawks are coming off a narrow loss to the Detroit Pistons, 148-143. As for the Heat side of this game, they are coming off a tough loss on the road against the Milwaukee Bucks, 130-113. Both of these teams have a history of many chippy games and playoff-level intensity over the past few seasons. This game has a playoff feel, which should make for an exciting game. Let’s dive into it and cook up a winning clip!
Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Miami Heat | -1 (-112) | Over 228.5 (-108) | -120 |
| Atlanta Hawks | +1 (-108) | Under 228.5 (-112) | +100 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks Match Details
- Fixture: Miami Heat @ Atlanta Hawks
- Date and Time: February 24th, 2025 @ 7:30 PM EST
Key Stats
Miami Heat
The Miami Heat are coming off a narrow loss on the road to the Milwaukee Bucks, 120-113. This Heat team needs to string together some good basketball sooner rather than later. Tyler Herro was dominant in the loss with 40 points, seven rebounds, and 11 assists. He was on fire. Kel’el Ware had a strong game, finishing with a double-double, 12 points, and 12 rebounds. Bam Adebayo was good in the loss. Bam finished with 24 points, seven rebounds, and a team-low -16 when he was on the floor. With a record of 26-29 on the season, the Heat sit in 8th place in the Eastern Conference.
Defensively, this team is average. They are ranked 8th in points allowed per game, 10th in opponent field goal %, 12th in opponent 3-point field goal %, 30th in blocks per game, 18th in steals per game, 17th in rebounds per game, and 11th in defensive rating. Regarding injuries, Nikola Jovic suffered a fracture in his right hand and will miss an extended period. Despite him being a young player, he was showing significant signs of improvement. With a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, 3-6-1 against the spread, the Heat must turn their season around sooner rather than later.
Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks are coming off a tough loss at home to the Detroit Pistons, 148-143. Trae Young was sensational in the game. Young finished with 38 points and 13 assists while hitting six threes. He is such an exciting player to watch. Dyson Daniels was great as well. Daniels ended the game with 24 points, five rebounds, six assists, and five stocks while shooting 10/14 from the floor. George Niang had his best game as a Hawk with 27 points on 10/20 shooting, including 7/14 from three. With a record of 26-31, they currently sit in 9th place in the Eastern Conference.
Defensively, this is a subpar team. They are ranked 28th in points allowed per game, 29th in opponent field goal %, 27th in opponent 3-point field goal %, 10th in blocks per game, 2nd in steals per game, 11th in rebounds per game, and 16th in defensive rating. In terms of injuries, there isn’t anyone new listed as questionable or out for this game against the Miami Heat. Over their last ten games, the Hawks have a record of 4-6, including 3-6-1 against the spread in that same time frame.
Prediction
The Atlanta Hawks will upset the Miami Heat in this game at home. I am riding Trae Young’s hot hand in this matchup. Despite the Heat being a solid defensive team, Young has had his way against them in his career. He has averaged 21.6 points and nine assists against the Heat in his career. With both teams being on a back-to-back, this factors the home team. Lastly, we know role players play better at home, and I believe the Hawks’ supporting cast will support their star more than Miami will support their Hero. The Hawks win at home and earn their 27th win of the season.
Final Pick
Atlanta Hawks ML (+100)
