Hawks vs Bulls
Tue, Dec 23
Final
Hawks
Hawks
(15 - 15)
123
-
126
Bulls
Bulls
(13 - 15)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawks | 36 | 32 | 37 | 18 | 123 |
| Bulls | 30 | 25 | 37 | 34 | 126 |
Venue: State Farm Arena
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Jalen Johnson
ATL | #1 | F
24
9
10
Josh Giddey
CHI | #3 | G
19
11
15
Smart Game Analysis
Atlanta Hawks has a 58% chance of winning the game
Despite Chicago's recent offensive dominance and head-to-head success, the Hawks are projected to utilize home-court advantage and defensive adjustments to salvage a split in this two-game series.
Key Analysis
- • Atlanta remains without Kristaps Porzingis and Dyson Daniels, significantly weakening their rim protection and perimeter containment.
- • The Bulls are capitalizing on a high-powered offense that has eclipsed 125 points in four of their last five games.
- • Chicago has controlled the season series so far with two victories, including a 152-point outburst at State Farm Arena just two days ago.
- • The Hawks' defense is struggling mightily, having allowed the Bulls to shoot 58% from the field in their previous matchup.
- • Trae Young and Jalen Johnson combined for 71 points in the last loss and must maintain that elite production to counter Chicago's depth.
- • Teams hosting a two-game series often make the necessary tactical changes to win the second matchup after losing the first.
