Nuggets vs Hawks Prediction and NBA Tips - 2 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 2, 2025, 2:10AM | Published: Dec 31, 2024, 11:50PM
The Denver Nuggets will sqaure off with the Atlanta Hawks in NBA action at Ball Arena on Thursday, starting at 1:00pm AEDT.
With star players Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Michael Porter, the Nuggets are looking to overcome a Hawks side that includes Trae Young, Jalen Johnson and De'Andre Hunter.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Nuggets vs Hawks game, plus the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Denver vs Atlanta NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Nuggets a 75% chance of defeating the Hawks at Ball Arena.
Nuggets vs Hawks: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Ball Arena are listed below:
- Head to Head: Nuggets $1.27, Hawks $3.90
- Line: Nuggets -8.5 ($1.91), Hawks +8.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 247.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Nuggets at $1.27 and the Hawks at $3.90.
The Nuggets are 8.5-point favourites against the Hawks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Hawks (+8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 247.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Hawks (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 247.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 56% of the time.
Nuggets vs Hawks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Atlanta at $3.90 with Bet365
- Line: Hawks +8.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 247.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Nuggets vs Hawks betting tips are based on complex simulations and wagering experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Nuggets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Hawks to win is our preferred option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.
Nuggets vs Hawks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Nuggets vs Hawks at Ball Arena this Thursday is the Nuggets winning 125-118.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Denver vs Atlanta game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Nuggets vs Hawks: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Nuggets vs Hawks without necessarily betting on the outcome of Thursday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Nikola Jokic is expected to lead the Nuggets with 31 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists, while Trae Young is projected to finish with 21 points, 3 rebounds and 13 assists for the Hawks.
Nuggets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Jokic | 31 | 12 | 9 |
| Jamal Murray | 25 | 5 | 7 |
| Michael Porter | 18 | 6 | 2 |
| Russell Westbrook | 17 | 6 | 8 |
| Christian Braun | 13 | 5 | 3 |
Hawks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trae Young | 21 | 3 | 13 |
| Jalen Johnson | 17 | 8 | 5 |
| De'Andre Hunter | 16 | 3 | 2 |
| Clint Capela | 11 | 11 | 2 |
| Dyson Daniels | 11 | 5 | 4 |
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the Denver vs Atlanta match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Nuggets vs Hawks: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Nuggets and Hawks at Ball Arena is scheduled to commence at 1:00pm AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Denver Nuggets vs Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Thursday 2 January 2025
- Time: 1:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Ball Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Denver vs Atlanta predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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