- Matchup: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
- Venue: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
- Broadcast: WANF
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On Thursday, the Cleveland Cavaliers (2-1) are set to visit State Farm Arena, aiming to secure a victory against the Atlanta Hawks (2-2).
In their previous matchup, the Cavaliers triumphed over the Timberwolves with a score of 127-125. Cleveland showcased a field goal percentage of 45.1% (46 of 102) and connected on 18 out of 45 attempts from beyond the arc. From the free-throw line, they made 17 of 23 shots for a conversion rate of 73.9%. The team secured 50 rebounds, including 13 offensive boards, and recorded 30 assists, while forcing the opposition into 18 turnovers and stealing the ball 10 times. On the defensive end, Cleveland allowed Minnesota to shoot 48.0% (49 of 102). Minnesota notched 25 assists and 7 steals, along with grabbing 54 rebounds (17 offensive, 37 defensive) and blocking 9 shots. Minnesota managed to shoot 60.9% from the free-throw line, scoring 14 of 23 attempts, and converted 13 of 40 three-point attempts. The Cavaliers committed 24 fouls as opposed to 22 by Minnesota.
During this contest, Donovan Mitchell emerged as a key player, scoring 26 points on 10 of 21 shooting. He logged 38 minutes on the court, tallying 5 rebounds and finishing with 7 assists.
The Cavaliers enter this matchup with a record of 2-1 for the season. They average 119.3 points per game (8th in the NBA) while shooting 46.6% from the field. Cleveland has recorded a shooting percentage of 36.6% on three-pointers (41 of 112) and 75.3% from the free-throw line. As a team, they grab an average of 47.0 rebounds per game and have dished out 79 assists this season, ranking 26th in the league for assists. However, they turn the ball over 18.7 times per game and commit an average of 25.0 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Cavaliers are forcing 18.0 turnovers per contest and drawing 25.0 personal fouls. They rank 3rd in the league for assists allowed, giving up 72 assists this season. Cleveland’s defense allows a shooting percentage of 44.5% (130 of 292), and they yield 48.7 rebounds per game on average, surrendering 34.2% on three-point attempts. They sit 19th in the league for points allowed per game, with 120.0 conceded.
In their last game, the Hawks fell to the Rockets with a final score of 120-110. Atlanta secured 22 defensive rebounds and 13 offensive boards, totaling 35 rebounds. They turned the ball over 13 times and recorded 10 steals during the game. The Rockets committed 22 fouls, allowing the Hawks to attempt 21 free throws, of which they converted 15 for a percentage of 71.4%. The Hawks managed to make 11 out of 39 three-point attempts (28.2%). Overall, Atlanta shot 42.9% from the field, hitting 42 of 98 attempts. The Rockets made 53.1% of their shots, sinking 43 of 81. Atlanta allowed Houston to grab 52 total rebounds (12 offensive).
Jalen Johnson made a significant contribution for the Hawks, scoring 21 points on 5 of 14 shooting with a field goal percentage of 35.7%, while also collecting 9 rebounds and dishing out 4 assists in 36 minutes of play.
The Hawks currently hold a record of 2-2 for the season. Offensively, they shoot 46.7% from the floor, ranking 10th in the NBA. Atlanta has scored 484 points this season, averaging 121.0 points per game, and they pull down about 41.8 rebounds per game. They lead the league with an average of 31.5 assists per contest, while averaging 14.3 turnovers. The Hawks accumulate 24.5 fouls per game and have a free-throw shooting percentage of 74.0%.
On the defensive end, Atlanta allows opponents to shoot 30.1% from three-point range (46 of 153), while opposing teams convert 82.1% of their free throws. They yield 27.3 assists and 45.5 rebounds per game, ranking 21st and 19th, respectively, in the league. The Hawks are positioned 13th in points allowed per game, giving up 111.8. They force their opponents into 21.3 turnovers per game and allow their opponents to shoot 45.9% overall (15th in the NBA).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Cleveland
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