Washington Wizards vs Atlanta Hawks Picks & Predictions

Atlanta Hawks vs Washington Wizards : Under 258.5 Total Points (-500)

As the Hawks host the Wizards, it's important to note that these teams have been producing lower total scores recently. Atlanta's last five games at home have averaged about 127 points, while Washington has been scoring an average of 107 points on the road. Combined, that's well under our target of 258.5. Moreover, when you consider the defense, both teams have been ceding less than 123 points to opponents. It's also worth mentioning that the model prediction is 237.65 points, which is significantly under our mark. All of this suggests that while both teams have a reputation for high scoring games, based on recent form and defensive improvements, this encounter is more likely to go 'Under 258.5' points. So, let's wager on a less frenetic game, folks.

Onyeka Okongwu (Atlanta Hawks) Over 0.5 Threes Made (-135)

Tonight, we're circling Onyeka Okongwu in the Atlanta Hawks' showdown with the Washington Wizards. The young Hawk has been lighting it up from downtown recently, sinking at least one three-pointer in seven of his last nine performances. And while his home court form has been a little less consistent, hitting 4 trifectas in his last six outings still paints a promising picture. Sure, Okongwu hasn't managed to drop any threes on the Wizards in his past five encounters, but we're banking on that to change tonight. The numbers suggest he's due for at least one successful long-range attempt. Okongwu's average three-point haul of 1.4 per game over his last five shows he can deliver, so let's ride that wave and back him to go over 0.5 threes for this contest. Buckle up, folks - it's time for Okongwu to let it fly against the Wizards!