Last Updated on November 7, 2025 11:52 pm by Alex Becker
ATLANTA — Saturday at State Farm Arena, the Lakers visit the Hawks in an early-season measuring-stick spot for both squads. Our Lakers vs. Hawks prediction weighs whether rim protection and paint control will prove to be the difference over four quarters.
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Lakers vs. Hawks Odds: ML, Spread, Total
- Moneyline: Lakers -155 / Hawks +135
- Spread: Lakers -3.5 (-105) / Hawks +3.5 (-115)
- Total: 231.5 (Over -110 / Under -110)
- Start Time: 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET
- TV: NBA TV
Lakers vs. Hawks Matchup Breakdown
- Pace & Shot Profile: Lakers are 18th in pace and 9th in offensive efficiency; Hawks are 9th in pace and 16th in offensive efficiency.
- On-Ball Creation: With LeBron James and Austin Reaves out, L.A. will rely on Luka Doncic to create offense; with Trae Young out, Atlanta will lean on Dyson Daniels, Jalen Johnson, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker to create good looks.
- Interior & Glass: Lakers rank 10th in rebound rate and 14th in points in the paint allowed per game; Hawks rank 25th in rebound rate and 17th in points in the paint allowed per game.
- Injury/Status: For Lakers: Austin Reaves, LeBron James, and Gabe Vincent are out. For Hawks: Trae Young is out; Luke Kennard (illness) missed Friday’s game and is questionable for Saturday.
Standings Stakes & Betting Angles
- Los Angeles will look to stay undefeated on the road this season. Atlanta will try to avoid losing consecutive games for the first time since October 27th.
- Totals note: If pace and free throw rate spike, the Over is live; if both teams protect the rim and elect to play in the half-court, the Under draws value—watch moves to new key totals (e.g., 229/231/235).
Lakers vs. Hawks Prediction & Expert Pick
Pick: Lakers -3.5 (-105). Our Lakers vs. Hawks prediction leans on Luka Doncic’s offensive prowess, LA’s recent success against the number (7-1 ATS in their last 8 games), and the Lakers’ perfect 4-0 ATS record in road games this year.
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