- Matchup: Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
- Broadcast: WANF
- Odds/Point Spread: Houston (+1.5)
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The Atlanta Hawks (1-0) will host the Houston Rockets (1-0) this Saturday at State Farm Arena. The Rockets enter this game as 1.5-point underdogs according to Las Vegas sportsbooks, with an over/under set at 230.5.
The Rockets claimed victory against the Mavericks, securing a 128-110 win in their previous outing. They committed 20 personal fouls while the Mavericks recorded 23. From beyond the arc, Houston converted 11 of 37 attempts, whereas Dallas shot 65.4% from the free throw line by making 17 of 26 attempts. Additionally, Dallas secured 33 rebounds (8 offensive and 25 defensive) along with 2 blocks. They delivered 20 assists but also allowed 12 steals during the game. Houston’s defense permitted a shooting percentage of 51.9% as the Mavericks hit 41 of 79 shots. On the offensive end, Houston tallied 32 assists, forced 21 turnovers, and recorded 11 steals. They registered 42 rebounds total, 17 of which were offensive. At the line, the Rockets converted 18 of 25 attempts for a 72% success rate. As a whole, Houston finished with a field goal percentage of 53.4%, hitting 47 of 88 attempts, with 16 of 36 from three-point territory.
Kevin Durant was pivotal in the last matchup, shooting 62.5% from the field and dishing out 3 assists. He logged 37 minutes with 6 rebounds, totaling 30 points after connecting on 10 of 16 attempts.
The Rockets enter this game with a record of 1-0 for the season. They are averaging 128.0 points per game (5th in the league) and boasting a shooting percentage of 53.4%. Houston is shooting 44.4% from three-point range (16 of 36) and maintaining a 72.0% success rate from the free throw line. Their rebounding average stands at 42.0 per game, along with 32 assists, ranking 3rd in the NBA for assist distribution. However, they commit 16.0 turnovers and 20.0 personal fouls per contest.
Defensively, the Rockets are forcing 21.0 turnovers per game while allowing 110.0 points per game (ranked 13th in the league). Opponents are shooting 51.9% from the floor against them, and they are conceding 33.0 rebounds per game. In terms of assists allowed, Houston ranks 3rd in letting their opponents tally 20 assists per game.
In their last game, the Hawks secured a 132-125 win over the Magic. They managed to grab 31 defensive rebounds along with 11 offensive boards, totaling 42. The Hawks turned the ball over 17 times and achieved 9 steals. The Magic committed 28 fouls, allowing the Hawks 36 free throw attempts, converting 30 for an impressive 83.3%. Atlanta sank 14 of 36 three-point attempts (38.9%) and maintained a shooting percentage of 48.9% by hitting 44 of 90 shots. Defensively, they allowed the Magic 48.2% shooting from the field, as well as 32.5% from three (13 of 40) and 76.9% free throw shooting (30 of 39). The Hawks allowed Orlando a total of 39 rebounds, including 9 offensive.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker played a critical role for the Hawks, shooting 8 of 15 (53.3%) while grabbing 4 rebounds. He totaled 31 points over the course of 30 minutes on the court and contributed 3 assists.
The Hawks also maintain a 1-0 record this season, shooting 48.9% from the field, placing them 7th in the league. With 132 points scored, they average 42.0 boards per game. They succeed in distributing the ball with 28.0 assists per game (7th in NBA), while committing 17.0 turnovers. Their average of 30.0 personal fouls per game reflects on their overall gameplay and they shoot 83.3% from the free throw line.
On the defensive side, Atlanta is ranked 24th in points allowed per game, giving up 125.0. They manage to force 20.0 turnovers on average and allow opponents to shoot 48.2% (23rd in the league). Additionally, opponents hit 32.5% of their three-point attempts and convert 76.9% of free throw shots. They permit 39.0 rebounds per game while surrendering 30.0 assists, ranking them 27th in the league for assists allowed.
So, what’s our prediction for tonight’s parlay?
Selection: Back Atlanta (-1.5)
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