Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction and Preview for 1/13/2026

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  • Matchup: Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Lakers
  • Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
  • Venue: crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
  • Broadcast: Spectrum Sportsnet

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In an exciting matchup, the Los Angeles Lakers (23-13) will face off against the Atlanta Hawks (20-21) at the crypto.com Arena this Tuesday.

NBA picks Nickeil Alexander-Walker Atlanta Hawks predictions best bet odds

Recently, the Hawks secured a victory against the Warriors, winning 124-111. Both teams recorded 21 personal fouls during the game. Atlanta struggled from beyond the arc, making just 10 out of 42 attempts. Golden State achieved an 81.0% success rate at the free-throw line, converting 17 of 21 attempts. The Warriors grabbed a total of 48 rebounds (11 offensive and 37 defensive) and blocked 4 shots. They also assisted 28 times and recorded 5 steals. On defense, the Hawks allowed their opponents to shoot 46.7% from the field, letting them hit 42 of 90 shots. Atlanta dished out 33 assists while forcing Golden State into 16 turnovers and acquiring 9 steals. In rebounding, they pulled down 46 boards, with 11 being offensive, and made 17 of 25 free throws, shooting 68.0%. The Hawks concluded the game with a field goal percentage of 48.9% (46 out of 94) and converted 15 of their 39 three-point attempts.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker was a standout performer in that game, contributing 24 points on 9 of 18 shooting. He played 34 minutes and added 2 rebounds and 2 assists while maintaining a shooting efficiency of 50.0%.

With a season record of 20-21, Atlanta averages 14.9 turnovers and commits 20.2 fouls per game. The Hawks are also averaging 42.0 rebounds per game and have dished out 1,279 assists, ranking them first in the league. They successfully convert 37.4% of their three-point attempts (595 of 1,593) and have a free-throw percentage of 77.3%. Atlanta scores an average of 118.4 points per game, ranking them 8th in the NBA, while shooting 48.0% from the floor.

On the defensive side, the Hawks force an average of 16.0 turnovers and commit 18.8 fouls per game. They currently rank 28th in the NBA for assisting allowed, with 1,135 assists relinquished this season. Atlanta’s defense permits an opponent field goal percentage of 47.5% (1,760 out of 3,703) and concedes an average of 46.1 rebounds per game while allowing a three-point shooting percentage of 35.1%. They rank 23rd in points allowed per game (118.4).

In their last outing, the Lakers fell to the Bucks, 105-101. Los Angeles allowed Milwaukee to collect a total of 44 rebounds (12 offensive). The Lakers shot 35.3% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 34 attempts, and finished the game with a free throw percentage of 77.3%, making 17 out of 22 free throws. In contrast, the Bucks shot 48.1% from the field, making 38 of 79 attempts. Overall, the Lakers had a field goal percentage of 42.9%, connecting on 39 out of 91 shots. Their three-point shooting was more effective at 41.7% (15 of 36). Despite only 57.1% from the charity stripe on 8 free throws, they managed to force 13 turnovers while securing 30 defensive and 15 offensive rebounds.

LeBron James showcased his talent, scoring 26 points in 33 minutes with 10 assists and 9 rebounds, shooting 10 of 21 for a percentage of 47.6%.

The Lakers maintain a record of 23-13 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 49.6% from the field, ranking 2nd in the NBA. With a total of 4,173 points this season (at an average of 115.9 points per game), they collect 41.4 rebounds per game. Their 24.9 assists per game rank them 25th in the league, with a turnover rate of 15.5 times per contest. They commit 20.1 fouls per game and shoot 77.6% from the free-throw line.

Defensively, the Lakers allow 36.8% shooting from three-point range (484 of 1,315) and their opponents convert 79.3% of free throws. Their defense averages 27.5 assists and 40.7 rebounds allowed per game, ranking 22nd and 3rd respectively. In points allowed per game, they are 17th in the NBA with an average of 116.3. Los Angeles forces their opponents into 15.3 turnovers each night and permits a shooting percentage of 48.6% from the field, ranking 26th in the league.

Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA game against the spread?

Recommendation: Choose Los Angeles

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Pick: Los Angeles Lakers
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