Portland Trail Blazers vs Atlanta Hawks Picks and Predictions November 17th 2024

At 6:00 ET, the Hawks (-176) will travel to Portland to take on the Trail Blazers (+149) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 231.5.

Both teams enter this game on two-game winning streaks. Atlanta is 6-7 on the season and is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference. Portland is 5-8 and is currently 13th in the Western Conference.

Hawks vs. Trail Blazers Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Atlanta Hawks at Portland Trail Blazers
• Where: Portland at Moda Center
• Date: Sunday, November 17th
• Betting Odds ATL -4, ATL -176 | POR +149 O/U 231.5

The Hawks Can Win If…

The Hawks improved to 6-7 on the season with a 129-117 win over the Wizards on Friday. Atlanta, favored by 9 points at home, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 246 points edged past the O/U line of 241.5.

After trailing 39-29 after the 1st quarter, the Hawks turned the game around by holding the Wizards to just 11 points in the 2nd quarter while scoring 30. A key 12-0 run helped them extend their lead, and they entered the 4th quarter up 94-75 before the Wizards outscored them 42-35 in the final period.

Dyson Daniels led the Hawks with 25 points, shooting 71.4% from the field in their 129-117 win over the Wizards. De’Andre Hunter added 22 points, hitting 3 threes at a 60% rate, while Jalen Johnson contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds.

As a team, the Hawks made 12 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and finished with an overall field goal percentage of 46.9%. Trae Young scored 9 of his 18 points in the 4th quarter, and Hunter also added 5 points in the final period.

Despite giving up 39 points in the 1st quarter and 42 in the 4th, the Hawks held the Wizards to just 11 points in the 2nd, helping them secure a win. Overall, they allowed 117 points but kept Washington to 40% shooting from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Hawks conceded 15 threes on 34% shooting. They sent the Wizards to the line 21 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, Atlanta grabbed 40 rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 10 steals and 10 blocks.

• The Hawks are 3-0 ATS in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.
• Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Hawks have a straight up record of 6-4. But, their mark vs the spread was just 3-7.
• Over their last three games, the Hawks have an over/under record of 2-1 and are 2-1 vs. the spread.

The Trail Blazers Can Win If…

Portland improved to 5-8 on the season with a 106-98 win over the Timberwolves on Wednesday. The Trail Blazers, who were +10 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 204 points fell well short of the 219.5 O/U line.

After trailing 33-23 in the 1st quarter, Portland turned things around by holding Minnesota to 15 points in the 2nd quarter. The teams entered the 4th quarter tied at 76, but the Trail Blazers went on a decisive 13-0 run to take control, outscoring the Timberwolves 30-22 in the final period.

Shaedon Sharpe’s 33 points led the Trail Blazers to a 106-98 win over the Timberwolves, with 13 of those points coming in the 4th quarter. Donovan Clingan added 17 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 8 points in the 3rd quarter.

Portland shot 45.8% from the field and made 9 three-pointers at a 36% clip. Dalano Banton contributed 13 points, including 5 in the final quarter, while Scoot Henderson and Toumani Camara each chipped in 11 points.

After a rough start, the Trail Blazers tightened up their defense in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 15 points, and held the Timberwolves to 98 points overall. Portland gave up 33 points in the 1st quarter but bounced back, giving up 28 in the 3rd and 22 in the 4th.

The Trail Blazers held Minnesota to 39% shooting, including just 17% from three-point range, with the Timberwolves making only 7 threes. Portland sent Minnesota to the line 22 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Defensively, the Blazers had 10 steals and 10 blocks.

• Portland has a 2-3 record in their last five home games. In this stretch, they averaged 105 points per game while allowing 110. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
• Spanning across their last five games as the betting underdog, the Trail Blazers have gone 2-3 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-3.
• In their last five games, the Trail Blazers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.

The Lean

Coming in as the underdogs at +4, we have the Trail Blazers as the way to go on the point spread. Not only do we have them covering, but our projections show they have a good one of winning this one straight-up, if you’re looking for a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 231.5, and our model projects the Hawks and Trail Blazers to reach a combined total of 263 points. Our bet is on taking the over.

Newcomer Dyson Daniels Raising Hawks’ Play as They Head to Portland

The Atlanta Hawks, energized by the stellar defensive play of newcomer Dyson Daniels, aim for their third straight victory when they face the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Daniels, acquired in the offseason from the New Orleans Pelicans, has quickly become the backbone of Atlanta’s defense, lifting the team to fifth in the Eastern Conference standings.

Dyson Daniels: A Defensive Powerhouse

Daniels has emerged as one of the league’s most impactful defenders, averaging a league-best 3.8 steals per game. He recently tied an NBA record by achieving at least 15 points and five steals in four consecutive games, matching the legendary Michael Jordan.

Quin Snyder, the Hawks’ head coach, praised Daniels for his influence:

“Anytime you have someone that takes the amount of pride he does in defending, his teammates can’t help but raise their level as well. Dyson impacts the game in a lot of different ways.”

Daniels’ offense has been equally impressive during Atlanta’s two-game winning streak. He scored a career-high 28 points in a thrilling 117-116 victory over Boston on Tuesday and followed with 25 points in a 129-117 win over the Wizards on Friday.

Hawks Getting Healthier

The Hawks have received a boost with the return of De’Andre Hunter, who missed 10 games due to a knee injury and time with his newborn daughter. Hunter scored 22 points off the bench against the Wizards, providing much-needed depth.

While Bogdan Bogdanovic remains sidelined with a hamstring injury and Trae Young continues to manage Achilles tendinitis, Snyder is optimistic about his team’s resilience.

Trail Blazers: Fighting Through Injuries

The Portland Trail Blazers (5-8) are riding momentum after sweeping a two-game series against the Minnesota Timberwolves despite missing key players Deandre Ayton (finger) and Anfernee Simons (chest).

Chauncey Billups, Portland’s head coach, remains cautious about their availability:

“(Simons) is feeling a little better, but not the best. We are just waiting to see how he progresses. I have a hard time thinking (Ayton will play Sunday), but I am not sure.”

In their absence, rookie center Donovan Clingan has stepped up in a big way. The seventh overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft had an incredible performance on Wednesday, recording 17 points, 12 rebounds, and eight blocks, one shy of Bill Walton’s franchise rookie record.

Billups lauded Clingan’s composure:

“What’s most impressive is his ability to stay focused and play this much at such a young age.”

Key Matchups

• Dyson Daniels vs. Donovan Clingan: Daniels’ defensive prowess will be critical in disrupting Portland’s offense, while Clingan’s dominance in the paint will test Atlanta’s ability to protect the rim.
• De’Andre Hunter vs. Jerami Grant: Hunter’s offensive versatility will go head-to-head with Grant, one of Portland’s most consistent scorers.

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What’s at Stake

The Hawks (6-5) are seeking consistency and aiming to solidify their playoff position in the competitive Eastern Conference. The Trail Blazers, meanwhile, are fighting to stay afloat in the West and will rely on their young core to keep them competitive.

Prediction: Hawks 112, Blazers 104