Rafael Guillén
The Hawks vs Lakers looks to be an intense game: both are in the fight for the Play-In tournament, which gives the possibility of entering the playoffs. But, in order to do that, they need to keep winning.
At JefeBet, we are constantly working to bring you the best NBA betting information and predictions. So here we leave you our prediction for this Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Lakers game.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA Regular Season Game on January 6, 2023
- Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
- When: Friday, January 6, 2023, 10:30 PM ET
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Betting on the Atlanta Hawks
- Regular Season Record: 18-20
The Atlanta Hawks ended a streak of four losses in a row by defeating the Kings with a score of 120-117. It was a great game on the part of John Collins, as he registered a double-double by scoring 22 points and pulling down 12 boards. Plus, even though that positive result put them in ninth place in the East, they can’t let their guard down.
The Bulls are just one game behind, so a loss would send them to tenth place. But that’s not all, as the Wizards are also breathing down their necks, thus the Hawks could drop two spots if things don’t go their way, leaving them momentarily out of the postseason.
Playing away, they have a poor record of 7-12. And of the last five games they have played, they have won only two as visitors, including their latest win over Sacramento. They need to string together more victories for the team to continue climbing positions, as they are only three games away from direct qualification to the playoffs.
Betting on the Los Angeles Lakers
- Regular Season Record: 17-21
Let’s face it, the Los Angeles Lakers haven’t had a great campaign, but they are getting close to the Play-In and are doing everything they can to build momentum and be a dangerous team. They already tied three consecutive victories with LeBron James’ 100 % committed; and if King James is well, the Lakers have hope.
Unfortunately, for this game, they will not be able to count on LeBron as he is injured, which has been a constant for the Lakers this season. When James is healthy, neither Anthony Davis nor Russell Westbrook are. But now it’s the other way round: Davis and Westbrook are already available, but LeBron is out. What a pity!
In the game against Miami, without James on the court, Dennis Schröder scored 32 points. Thus, the fact that someone else made himself heard is good for the aspirations of Los Angeles, which needs to keep the streak going to keep climbing positions.
JefeBet Prediction
Without LeBron, the Lakers lose a lot of power. But the last game showed that there are guys who are willing to help and can complement Westbrook and Davis.
On this occasion, we are going for the Lakers due to the pros they have, the solutions they have found, and due to the fact that they are at home, where they will always have some advantage with their public present.
Prediction: Los Angeles Lakers Moneyline.
