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Heat and Hawks Clash in Pivotal Matchup

Heat

Miami @ Atlanta

February 24 | 7:30pm ET | State Farm Arena

Hawks
Which team will seize the advantage in this crucial matchup?
Grade B: Hawks Moneyline

The Miami Heat, aiming to break a recent two-game skid, face the Atlanta Hawks, who have won three of their last four games. The Heat are adjusting to the loss of guard Dru Smith, who suffered a season-ending Achilles tendon injury in December. In Smith's absence, veteran guard Kyle Lowry has stepped up, averaging 15.2 points and 6.8 assists over the past five games. The Hawks, meanwhile, are without guard Kobe Bufkin, sidelined for the season due to shoulder surgery. Trae Young continues to lead Atlanta's offense, posting 27.5 points and 9.3 assists per game this season. With both teams having played over 50 games, this contest holds significant playoff implications, as they vie for positioning in the Eastern Conference standings. Considering the Hawks' recent momentum and home-court advantage, betting on Atlanta's moneyline at +100 offers value. Prediction Grade: B

Will Miami's defense stifle Atlanta's high-powered offense?
Grade B: Hawks +1

The Miami Heat, aiming to halt a recent two-game losing streak, face the Atlanta Hawks, who have won three of their last four games. The Heat are adjusting to the loss of guard Dru Smith, who suffered a season-ending Achilles tendon injury in December. In Smith's absence, veteran guard Kyle Lowry has stepped up, averaging 15.2 points and 6.8 assists over the past five games. The Hawks, meanwhile, are without guard Kobe Bufkin, sidelined for the season due to shoulder surgery. Trae Young continues to lead Atlanta's offense, posting 27.5 points and 9.3 assists per game this season. With both teams having played over 50 games, this contest holds significant playoff implications, as they vie for positioning in the Eastern Conference standings. Considering the Hawks' recent momentum and home-court advantage, betting on Atlanta to cover the +1 spread appears favorable. Prediction Grade: B

Will Miami's defense stifle Atlanta's scoring surge?
Grade B+: Under 228.5 Points

The Atlanta Hawks, currently on a three-game winning streak, have been showcasing an offensive resurgence, averaging 115 points per game during this stretch. Despite the season-ending loss of guard Kobe Bufkin due to shoulder surgery, the Hawks have found scoring depth from their bench. Conversely, the Miami Heat have been struggling defensively, allowing an average of 112 points over their last five games. The absence of guard Dru Smith, sidelined for the season with a torn Achilles tendon, has further thinned their defensive rotations. Historically, matchups between these two teams have been high-scoring affairs, with their last three meetings averaging a combined 230 points. Given Atlanta's offensive momentum and Miami's defensive challenges, betting on the over for the 228.5-point total appears favorable. Prediction Grade: B+

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