The highly anticipated clash between the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Clippers is set for Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 10:30 p.m. ET, taking place at the Intuit Dome in picturesque Inglenwood, California. This matchup pits the Hawks, currently standing at 18 wins and 17 losses, against the Clippers, who have secured 19 wins and 15 losses this season. Fans can catch all the action live on NBA TV, with additional streaming options available through Fubo TV, DirecTV Stream, and SlingTV.
After facing three challenging road games, the Clippers are eager to regain their footing on home turf, especially after two straight losses. They were recently defeated by the Oklahoma City Thunder with a glaring score of 116-98, which followed another defeat to the San Antonio Spurs (122-86). Their previous matchup against Atlanta back on March 17, 2024, ended poorly, as they lost 110-93. The Clippers might have had the game sewed up early on, with a 40-24 lead at one point, but they couldn't hold on to it.
Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks are also reeling from recent losses, including this past Friday against the Los Angeles Lakers, where they fell short with a score of 119-102. Despite star player Trae Young's impressive 33 points and nearly grabbing another double-double with nine assists, the team's shooting woes plagued them throughout the match. Hunter De’Andre struggled significantly, managing to hit 0 out of 6 from three-point range.
Looking forward to their game, the Clippers carry the edge as 6.5-point favorites. Experts are betting on their ability to break this pattern of defeats, especially since they have covered the spread successfully four times when playing favorites at home. Historical data shows the teams are evenly matched over the past ten games, with both sides claiming five victories apiece. It seems the history between these two teams tends to shift like the wind, and with both teams desperately seeking to turn around their fortunes, fans can expect fireworks.
The betting odds have fluctuated slightly, with the Clippers moving from 3.5 to 6.5-point favorites since opening. This heightened expectation is bolstered by Los Angeles’s solid running at home. The Clippers' record as favorites stands impressively at 10-1, giving them about a 91.1% chance of winning. The over/under for the game is set at 228 points, reflecting both teams' offensive capabilities.
For those considering betting on the matchup, the Clippers’ season sees them frequently exceeding the point total on average with only 34% of their games finishing above 228.5 points. Historically, the Hawks play to higher-scoring games, with 24 out of their 35 contests going over this total. The matchup could also mark the return of superstar Kawhi Leonard, whose presence is expected to significantly bolster the Clippers’ performance on both ends of the court.
So what can fans expect? Analysts predict a close encounter, possibly with the Clippers edging the Hawks out to the tune of 116 to 111. With each team having had less-than-stellar performances lately, both franchises are hungry to redeem themselves and claim victory. The teams’ contrasting performances on the road compared to home games will be put to the test, making this battle one to watch.
For attendees and viewers alike, the game promises not just to be entertaining but pivotal for both teams as they strive to carve out their place within the tight NBA standings.
If you want to catch the game, don’t miss tuning in at 10:30 p.m. ET—get your bets ready, and may the best team win!