The Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks, being play-in participants, will play for the second playoff spot, where Miami already awaits the winner. The game is scheduled to start on 16 April at 00:30 UK time.
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Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction One – Handicap (-2.5) for Hawks – 2.00.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Two – Total Match Points Over 222.5 – 1.85.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Three – Hawks Points Over 110.5 – 1.70.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Four – Young Points Over 29.5 – 1.80.
Given the teams’ recent performances, the bookmakers have given the visitors the favourite status. Of course, the Cleveland Cavaliers should by no means be underestimated, as the club is still capable of putting up a fight. In addition, the decisive battle will take place in the home court.
The Atlanta Hawks have shown they’re not ready to finish the season so early. Nate McMillan’s men can do it when they want to, and there are no roster problems at the moment. In our opinion, the Hawks’ attacking potential will help them feel confident in the Rocket Mortage FieldHouse arena.
The Hawks and Cavaliers are trying their best to make the playoffs, so in this encounter, we expect that the focus will be on attacking.
In three of their last five games, the Hawks have scored more than 109.5 points.
In it together. #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/zTkNZN7c7G
— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs)
The Cavaliers had a pretty good regular season, having been in the top six in the East for a long time, but were unable to stay at that level. J.B. Bickerstaff had hoped to make the playoffs through a head-to-head game against տհե Brooklyn Նետս, but the plan failed.
It’s worth noting that the trip to New York didn’t promise anything good from the start. The Cleveland Cavaliers had a hard time against the opposing offensive duo, as Kevin Durant is now backed up by Kyrie Irving (108-115). Kevin Love and company were defeated, although the game against the Atlanta Hawks could still be a playoff battle.
In that game against the Nets, Darius Garland scored 34 points, 1 rebound and 5 assists.
Atlanta Hawks:
It’s time to #BelieveAtlanta. pic.twitter.com/hXMKWCpiZx
— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks)
The Atlanta Hawks had everything they needed to finish above ninth place in the main event, but the team lacked concentration. All Hawks players’ minds are now on the playoffs, especially since they took one step closer when they defeated the Charlotte Hornets (132-103) at home.
After their encounter with the Hornets, there was the impression of one team on the floor. The Atlanta Hawks were in complete control, Trae Young and Deandre Hunter just couldn’t be stopped. Of course, this win gives them confidence, but Nate McMillan’s men will face another test, and on the road, so the spirit should be high.
In the last game against the Hornets, Trae Young scored 24 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists.
Safe Bets
- The Cavs are committing 17.5 fouls per game;
- The Hawks are averaging 12.9 three-pointers per game;
- In all five of the last five head-to-head games, the game started with an accurate two-point shot.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks Team News
Collin Sexton (Out), Dean Wade (Out) and Jarrett Allen (Out) are listed as injured for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Chaundee Brown Jr. (Out), John Collins (Out), Lou Williams (Out) and Bogdan Bogdanovic (Day-to-day) are listed as injured for the Atlanta Hawks.
Starting Lineups
In our opinion, the teams will take to the field with the following line-ups:
Cleveland Cavaliers: PG – Darius Garland; SG – Caris LeVert; SF – Isaac Okoro; PF – Lauri Markkanen; C – Evan Mobley.
Atlanta Hawks: PG – Trae Young; SG – Kevin Huerter; SF – De’Andre Hunter; PF – Danilo Galinari; C – Clint Capela.
Highlighted Player
Darius Garland from the Cleveland Cavaliers and Trae Young from the Atlanta Hawks are our highlighted players in the match.
Most popular FAQ for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
In the last head-to-head meeting on April 1, the Hawks defeated the Cavs with a score of 131-107.
Where will this fixture be played?
The match will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds for NBA at Vbet and William Hill.
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