Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/13
The Atlanta Hawks are set to visit the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. This game marks the beginning of the NBA Regular Season. The Hawks have a record of 20-21 and are ranked ninth in the Eastern Conference. They are led by head coach Quin Snyder. The team is currently on a three-game winning streak.
On the other side, the Lakers hold a record of 23-13. They are ranked fifth in the Western Conference and first in the Pacific Division. JJ Redick is their head coach. The Lakers aim to end their two-game losing streak in this matchup. Fans can catch the game on FDSS at 10:30 PM on January 13, 2026.
Hawks vs Lakers Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Atlanta Hawks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
- Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Betting Odds: Hawks Spread -2.0 (-110), Lakers Spread +2.0 (-112), Hawks MoneyLine -127, Lakers MoneyLine +106, Over/Under 232.5
Atlanta Hawks Team Preview
The Atlanta Hawks have been on a strong run with recent wins against teams like the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets. In their last game against the Warriors, the Hawks scored 124 points. Jalen Johnson led with 23 points and 11 rebounds, showing his ability on both ends of the floor.
On the season, the Hawks are ranked 8th in points per game with 118.4. They excel in assists, leading the league with 31.2 per game. However, their defense allows 118.4 points per game, which ranks 23rd, showing room for improvement on that end.
Jalen Johnson has been a standout player, averaging 23.7 points and 10.3 rebounds per game. Nickeil Alexander-Walker also contributes with 20.6 points and a solid three-point shooting percentage of 44.5%. The team faces some challenges with injuries, as Kristaps Porzingis is out and others like Luke Kennard are questionable for the upcoming game against the Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview
The Los Angeles Lakers have been on a rollercoaster ride in their recent games. They suffered a close loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, with a score of 105-101. LeBron James led the team with 26 points, while Luka Dončić added 24 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
In their matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, the Lakers faced a challenging game and lost 107-91. Luka Dončić stood out with 38 points, but the team struggled with their shooting, hitting only 39.5% of their field goals. Despite the setback, the Lakers showed resilience in their earlier win over the New Orleans Pelicans, where they scored 111 points.
On the season, the Lakers have been strong in field goal shooting, ranking 2nd in the league with a 49.6% success rate. However, they face challenges in their three-point shooting, sitting at 24th in percentage. With injuries to key players like Austin Reaves, the team needs to adapt and find ways to maintain their performance.
BTB Betting Pick
The Hawks are favored by 2 points against the Lakers. With the Hawks scoring 118.4 points per game and allowing the same, they can outscore the Lakers, who average 115.9 points. The Hawks’ fast pace and strong three-point shooting give them an edge. Take the Hawks -2.0.
The total for the game is set at 232.5 points. Both teams have high-scoring offenses and average defenses, with the Hawks allowing 118.4 points per game and the Lakers allowing 116.2. Expect a high-scoring game, so take the Over 232.5.