Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction, Preview, & Odds – 1/28/2025

• Date: January 28, 2025
• Venue: State Farm Arena

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Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks Win Probabilities

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Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

On January 16, 2024, the Houston Rockets (31-14) will face off against the Atlanta Hawks (22-24) at State Farm Arena, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30 PM ET. Both teams come into this matchup on the second night of back-to-back games, which could impact their performance.

The Rockets have been on a roll, winning 28 of their last 40 games, including a recent upset victory over the Boston Celtics, where they triumphed 114-112 despite entering as 6.0 underdogs. This has positioned the Rockets as the favorites in this contest, with a spread of Rockets -6.0 and a moneyline of -230, indicating an implied win probability of 68%.

In contrast, the Hawks are struggling, having lost five consecutive games. Their most recent defeat came against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where they fell 100-92. With a moneyline of +200, the Hawks have an implied win probability of 32%, reflecting their current struggles.

Given the circumstances, fatigue could play a significant role in this game. Both teams are dealing with limited rest, which could affect their energy levels and overall performance. Bettors should keep an eye on player prop markets, particularly focusing on De'Andre Hunter's Points and Rebounds, as it has garnered significant attention. The prop total for Hunter opened at Under 22.5 Points and Rebounds but has since steamed down to 21.5, suggesting that sharp bettors are leaning towards the Under.

Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction

Final Score: Houston Rockets 120.69 vs Atlanta Hawks 113.31

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