The Atlanta Hawks will face the Indiana Pacers in an exciting Eastern Conference matchup on Thursday night. Atlanta holds a record of 28-34 and ranks ninth in the East, while Indiana sits at 35-25, positioned as the No. 5 seed if the playoffs were to start today. The Pacers have a strong history against the Hawks, winning five consecutive matchups and covering the spread in four of these games.

Game Details:

• Tipoff: 7:30 p.m. ET
• Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta
• Current Spread: Indiana favored by 3.5 points
• Over/Under: 248.5 points

Why the Hawks Can Cover

Atlanta is looking to bounce back from a recent 127-121 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, where Trae Young scored 28 points and provided 13 assists. However, the Hawks have struggled lately, covering the spread only twice in their last seven games. Based on current performance, they might challenge Indiana.

Why the Pacers Can Cover

The Pacers recently secured a significant 115-102 win against the Houston Rockets, with Haliburton contributing 28 points and 15 assists. Indiana has been successful in covering the spread in five of their last seven games, showcasing their current form as a formidable opponent.

Betting Picks

The model has predicted this matchup to lean towards an Under total of 237 combined points, with one side of the spread expected to hit consistently.

Recent Betting Lines for Hawks vs. Pacers:

• Hawks vs. Pacers spread: Atlanta +3.5
• Hawks vs. Pacers over/under: 248.5 points
• Hawks money line: Atlanta +136, Indiana -161

Streaming Options:
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