Hawks vs Cavaliers predictions
As the Atlanta Hawks gear up to tackle the formidable Cleveland Cavaliers, all eyes are on Trae Young to see if he can shake off his Achilles tendinitis and bring his A-game. Given Young's day-to-day status, his participation could be pivotal. On the bright side, if Young is playing, we can expect him to be aggressively chasing those points and assists averages to lift his team's spirits and numbers. Another player worth watching is Jalen Johnson, who has been pulling down rebounds impressively. If these two get on their game, they might just help Atlanta put up a real fight.
Switching courts, the Cleveland Cavaliers are coming in strong with Donovan Mitchell leading the charge. Mitchell, who averages 24.4 points per game, has been nothing short of spectacular this season. His scoring prowess, coupled with Darius Garland's slick playmaking – he's handing out close to seven assists per game – really sets the Cavs apart. Adding muscle to the mix, Jarrett Allen's consistent performance in the paint, snagging over 11 rebounds on average, ensures they're tough to beat at the basket as well. Cleveland's rock-solid trio has been instrumental in their dominant run so far.
Looking at both teams and considering the might and momentum with the Cavaliers, it's tough to bet against them, especially when they're playing on their home turf at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse where they remain undefeated. The Hawks, challenged by injuries and inconsistency, might struggle to overpower Cleveland's steadfast defense and dynamic offense. Unless Atlanta can spring a major surprise, Cleveland seems poised to continue their winning streak, potentially making it a tough night for the Hawks looking to snap their own 3-game skid.
