The Hawks will play the Rockets on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:10 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
Now that the 2023-24 NBA season is in full swing, let's gear up for a game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Houston Rockets set for Wednesday, December 20th, 2023. Make sure to review each team's performance stats below as you handicap this matchup. We've included a few key metrics we think will be most helpful. At this point in the season, statistical trends should begin to firm up.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Atlanta Hawks currently have a 87.33 power ranking. The power ranking for the Houston Rockets is 92.00. Continue monitoring these figures as the season progresses.
- Away Atlanta Hawks - The Atlanta Hawks currently have a 7-8 record as an away team. That standing puts them 3rd in the league for away team wins.
- Home Houston Rockets - The Houston Rockets start this matchup with a 11-1 record as a home team. They now rank 2nd in the league for home team wins so far in the 2023-24 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Atlanta Hawks currently rank 3rd (122.7) for average points scored per game. On the other side of the court, the Houston Rockets stand at 23rd averaging 110.7 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 122.7 points against the Atlanta Hawks, ranking them 3rd in the league. The Houston Rockets currently rank 29th in the league for points scored against them, with a current standing of 107.3 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Atlanta Hawks have notched a 3-2 Eastern Southeast Division division record, while the Houston Rockets possess a 5-2 Western Southwest Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Atlanta Hawks have a 11-15 overall record, while the Houston Rockets have a 13-11 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Arrr, me mateys! The Atlanta Hawks sail into the Houston Rockets' arena...
The fans in Houston be rowdy scallywags, cheering and jeering alike...
The Atlanta Hawks have an 11-15 record this season, me hearties...
The Houston Rockets be sittin' at 13-11, ready to defend their turf...
In the Eastern Southeast Division, the Hawks boast a 3-2 record...
While the Rockets, in the Western Southwest Division, be at 5-2...
The Hawks be scorin' an impressive 122.7 points per game...
But the Rockets be nippin' at their heels, averaging 110.7 points...
So gather ye doubloons, and see you courtside at today's game...
Be sure to review the best point spread, moneyline, and total bets...
And now, me mateys, take a look at this game's prop bets below... (Avast!)
Best Hawks at Rockets Odds
| Underdog Atlanta Hawks | Favorite Houston Rockets |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Atlanta Hawks | Favorite Houston Rockets |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Houston Rockets are -2.5 -110 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Atlanta Hawks are +2.5 -110 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 233.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 233.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The Houston Rockets are the -145 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Atlanta Hawks are the +120 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Hawks
Rockets
12/20/23 8:10pm EST | +2.5 -110-2.5 -110 |
Underdog Atlanta Hawks - Atlanta Hawks bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +2.5 Atlanta Hawks underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 3 or more.
Favorite Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -2.5 Houston Rockets favorite bet wins if they win by 3 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Atlanta Hawks at Houston Rockets Prop Bets
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Hawks
Rockets
Game to Overtime
12/20/23 8:10pm EST | Yes +1100No -3000Bet |
Hawks
Team Total Points
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 115.5 o -120115.5 u -105Bet |
Rockets
Team Total Points
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 117.5 o -120117.5 u -105Bet |
Aaron Holiday
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 6.5 o +1006.5 u -135Bet |
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Alperen Sengun
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 21.5 o -11521.5 u -120Bet |
Bogdan Bogdanovic
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 15.5 o -12015.5 u -110Bet |
Clint Capela
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 12.5 o -11012.5 u -120Bet |
De'Andre Hunter
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 13.5 o -12513.5 u -105Bet |
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Dejounte Murray
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 17.5 o -12017.5 u -110Bet |
Dillon Brooks
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 14.5 o -11014.5 u -120Bet |
Fred VanVleet
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 19.5 o -10519.5 u -125Bet |
Jabari Smith Jr
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 13.5 o -11513.5 u -115Bet |
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Jae Sean Tate
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 5.5 o +1005.5 u -135Bet |
Jalen Green
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 18.5 o -13018.5 u -105Bet |
Jeff Green
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 8.5 o -1058.5 u -130Bet |
Onyeka Okongwu
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 8.5 o +1008.5 u -135Bet |
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Trae Young
Points Scored
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 28.5 o -12028.5 u -110Bet |
Aaron Holiday
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 10.5 o -10510.5 u -125Bet |
Alperen Sengun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 37.5 o +10537.5 u -145Bet |
Bogdan Bogdanovic
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 21.5 o -12021.5 u -115Bet |
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Clint Capela
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 25.5 o -10525.5 u -125Bet |
De'Andre Hunter
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 19.5 o -11019.5 u -120Bet |
Dejounte Murray
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 27.5 o -10527.5 u -125Bet |
Dillon Brooks
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 19.5 o -12519.5 u -105Bet |
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Fred VanVleet
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 33.5 o -11533.5 u -115Bet |
Jabari Smith Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 24.5 o -12524.5 u -110Bet |
Jae Sean Tate
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 10.5 o -11510.5 u -115Bet |
Jalen Green
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 26.5 o -12526.5 u -105Bet |
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Jeff Green
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 12.5 o -12012.5 u -110Bet |
Onyeka Okongwu
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 17.5 o -10517.5 u -130Bet |
Trae Young
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at HOU 12/20/23 8:10pm EST | 41.5 o -12541.5 u -105Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| e - Houston Rockets | 41 | 41 | 0.500 | +23.0 | 27-14 | 14-27 | 9-7 | 28-24 | 114.3 | 113.2 | +1.1 | W2 | 4-6 |
| pb - Atlanta Hawks | 36 | 46 | 0.439 | +28.0 | 21-20 | 15-26 | 8-8 | 22-30 | 118.3 | 120.5 | -2.2 | L6 | 3-7 |
Atlanta Hawks & Houston Rockets Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
Atlanta Hawks Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Hawks | +12500 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Rockets | +4000 Bet |
Atlanta Hawks & Houston Rockets Team Pages
Review each team's season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Atlanta Hawks vs Houston Rockets NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023 at 8:10 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Atlanta Hawks vs Houston Rockets Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Atlanta Hawks vs Houston Rockets Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.
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