The Philadelphia 76ers (22-41) are set to face off against the Atlanta Hawks (30-34) on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. This game features two teams with contrasting seasons, as the Hawks aim to solidify their playoff position while the 76ers look to build on their recent victory.
Philadelphia 76ers
The 76ers have had a challenging season, currently sitting in the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference. They are coming off a narrow 126-122 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, which snapped a three-game losing streak. Key players for the 76ers include:
Quentin Grimes: Leading the team with 25 points, one rebound, and six assists in their recent win against the Jazz. Grimes has been a consistent offensive threat for the 76ers.
Lonnie Walker IV: Averaging 25 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists in the same game. Walker has been a reliable scorer and playmaker for the 76ers.
Adem Bona: Contributing significantly with 14 points, 14 rebounds, and five blocks in their recent win.
In their last game against the Jazz, the 76ers shot 44% from the field and 16 of 47 from the 3-point line. They caught fire with 38 points in the second quarter to erase an early 16-point deficit and poured in another 36 points in the third quarter to take a 22-point lead, which was just enough to hang on for the narrow win.
Atlanta Hawks
The Hawks have had a solid season, currently sitting in the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference. They are on a two-game winning streak and have won three of their last four games. Key players for the Hawks include:
Trae Young: Leading the team with 36 points, four rebounds, and eight assists in their recent win against the Indiana Pacers. Young has been a consistent offensive force for the Hawks.
Caris LeVert: Averaging 26 points, three rebounds, and one assist in the same game. LeVert has been a key player in the Hawks’ recent success.
Onyeka Okongwu: Contributing significantly with 16 points, 16 rebounds, three steals, and three blocks in their recent win.
In their last game against the Pacers, the Hawks shot 46% from the field and 10 of 34 from the 3-point line. They found themselves in a bit of trouble when they squandered an early 20-point lead but kept their heads and escaped with free throws from Young down the stretch to secure the narrow home win.
Game Insights
Points/Game: The 76ers are averaging 110.5 points per game, while the Hawks are averaging 115.4 points.
Rebounds/Game: The 76ers are averaging 44 rebounds per game, while the Hawks are averaging 43.9 rebounds.
Field Goal Percentage: The 76ers have shot at a 47.2% rate from the field this season, while the Hawks have shot at a 43.7% rate.
Injuries
76ers: Joel Embiid (knee), Paul George (groin), Eric Gordon (wrist), and Jared McCain (left knee) are out for the season. Tyrese Maxey (back) is questionable. Andre Drummond (day-to-day) and Kyle Lowry (right hip) are also out.
Hawks: Trae Young (left quad contusion) is questionable. Kobe Bufkin (right shoulder surgery), Jalen Johnson (left shoulder surgery), Vit Krejci (lumbar fracture), and Larry Nance Jr. (right medial femoral condyle fracture) are out.
Philadelphia Sixers 232.5
Atlanta Hawks – 9.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, March 9, 2025
