Atlanta Hawks vs Houston Rockets Prediction & Picks, October 24, 2026

Alperen Sengun has been playing really well lately, especially with his scoring. He's been averaging over six assists in away games, which shows he's getting involved in the offense. The Hawks have struggled with defending the paint and allowing a lot of rebounds, which could give Sengun plenty of chances to score. The bet is for him to score over 17.5 points. This feels like a solid pick since he's a strong player and the Hawks give up a lot of points in the paint. The biggest risk is that the two teams are quite close in how they force turnovers, which might slow down Sengun's scoring opportunities.

Atlanta Hawks vs Houston Rockets: Reed Sheppard Over 8.5 Points (-189)

Reed Sheppard has a great chance to score over 8.5 points in this matchup. The Atlanta Hawks give up a lot of rebounds, and that can lead to extra scoring chances for players like him. The Rockets also let opponents shoot a good number of threes, so if Sheppard finds his rhythm, he could easily hit that mark. The Hawks and Rockets are pretty close in how they play, so it might not be a walk in the park. The biggest risk is that both teams tend to play at a similar pace. If the game slows down, it could limit scoring opportunities. Still, Sheppard is seen as a strong favorite to reach over 8.5 points, so it's worth a look!

That is everything our model likes in this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.