Atlanta Hawks vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/20
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The Atlanta Hawks will play against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on November 20, 2025. The game starts at 8:00 PM and will be shown on the NBA channel. This game marks the beginning of the NBA Regular Season, with the Hawks holding a record of 9-6 and the Spurs at 10-4.
The Hawks, led by Head Coach Quin Snyder, are ranked first in the Southeast Division. They have won seven out of nine away games this season. The Spurs, with Mitch Johnson as their head coach, are second in the Southwest Division. They have a strong home record of 7-2. Both teams aim to secure a win as the season kicks off.
Hawks vs Spurs Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Atlanta Hawks vs. San Antonio Spurs
- Venue: Frost Bank Center
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Betting Odds: Spurs -1.5 (-110), Hawks +1.5 (-112)
Atlanta Hawks Team Preview
The Atlanta Hawks are coming into their next game after a close loss to the Detroit Pistons, 120-112. Jalen Johnson was a standout with 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists. The Hawks shot 48.3% from the field in that game.
In the recent win against the Phoenix Suns, the Hawks won 124-122. Onyeka Okongwu led the team with 27 points, while Jalen Johnson added another strong performance with 25 points and 10 rebounds. The Hawks shot 52.9% from the field in that game.
Jalen Johnson has been a key player for the Hawks this season, averaging 22 points per game. He also contributes 9.5 rebounds and 6.5 assists per game. The Hawks are dealing with injuries, as Trae Young is out with a knee injury, and Kristaps Porzingis is questionable.
San Antonio Spurs Team Preview
The San Antonio Spurs have had a mix of results in recent games. They secured a win against the Memphis Grizzlies with a score of 111-101. De’Aaron Fox played well, scoring 26 points and adding 3 assists.
In another recent game, the Spurs won against the Sacramento Kings, 123-110. Fox again led the team, scoring 28 points and providing 11 assists. The team’s field goal percentage was strong at 54.0% during this game.
The Spurs have key players missing due to injuries, including Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle. Wembanyama’s absence is significant, as he averages 26.2 points per game. The team will need to adjust their strategy with these players out.
BTB Betting Pick
The Spurs are favored by 1.5 points against the Hawks. With the Spurs having a strong defense allowing 111.3 points per game, they have the edge. The Hawks allow 114.4 points per game, which could be a problem against the Spurs’ offense. The projected score is Spurs 118, Hawks 115. The pick is the Spurs to cover the spread at -1.5.
The total for the game is set at 230.5 points. The Spurs average 118.2 points per game, and the Hawks average 117.2. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, and the Hawks’ defense allows over 114 points per game. The projected total score is 233 points. The pick is to go over 230.5 points.