PHX vs ATL Dream11 Prediction: In an inter-conference matchup, the Phoenix Suns will face off against the Atlanta Hawks at the Footprint Center arena. This marks the second meeting between the two teams this season, with the Hawks emerging victorious in the initial battle at their home court. The Hawks will aim to carry forward their momentum and secure another victory in this road game against the Suns.
Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns are eager to regain their winning form as they prepare for the playoffs. With the home-court advantage, they will be determined to seek revenge against the Hawks and claim a crucial victory.
PHX vs ATL Basketball Game Info
- Date: Friday 22nd March 2024
- Time:8:00 AM IST
- How to Watch Live: Sports 18, Jio Cinema
- Location: E Jefferson St, Phoenix
- Arena: Footprint Center
Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawk Prediction & Previews
Phoenix Suns (40-29)
The Phoenix Suns are now ninth in the conference league table, having won seven of their last twelve games. Their record at home is respectable, with 22 wins and 14 losses. The Suns defeated the Sixers 115-102 at home in their most recent game. With 32 points, Grayson Allen took the lead, followed by Devin Booker’s 18 points and 11 assists.
The Suns are rated 11th in offensive, averaging 116.9 points per game, and 16th in defence, giving up 114.6 points per game to opponents. Kevin Durant leads the team with astounding averages of 27.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game. Devin Booker contributes significantly with 27.2 points and 6.9 assists per game, while Jusuf Nurkic records double-doubles with 11.5 points and 11 rebounds per game.
Atlanta Hawks (30-38)
The Atlanta Hawks have only won four out of their last ten games, placing them tenth in the conference league table. In an away game against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Hawks lost by 136-105. Jalen Jhonson led the club with a double-double, scoring 25 points and dishing out 9 assists but not enough to help the team to win. The Hawks have a respectable road record of 14–21, but they will be motivated in this game because they have already defeated the Suns this season.
The Atlanta Hawks average 119.0 points per game, which puts them fifth in the NBA for offensive efficiency. Conversely, they are the second poorest team in the league when it comes to defence, giving up 121.1 points per game against opponents. With an average of 26.4 points and 10.8 assists per game this season, their lone star player, Trae Young, is having a tremendous season. After him, Clint Capela contributed 11.3 points and 10.4 rebounds, while Dejounte Murray contributed 22.3 points and 5.9 assists for the Hawks.
Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks Lineups
PHX (Suns): Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, Eric Gordon, Grayson Allen, Jusuf Nurkic, Josh Okogie, Drew Eubanks, Jordan Goodwin, Nassir Little, Keita Bates-Diop, Yuta Watanabe, Chimezie Metu, Saben Lee, Udoka Azubuike, Bol Bol, Thaddeus young
ATL (Hawks): Saddiq Bey, Bogdan Bogdanovic, Kobe Bufkin, Clint Capela, Bruno Fernando, Trent Forrest, AJ Griffin, Mouhamed Gueye, De’Andre Hunter, Jalen Johnson, Seth Lundy, Garrison Mathews, Wesley Matthews, Patty Mills, Dejounte Murray, Miles Norris, Onyeka Okongwu, Trae Young.
Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks Injury News
PHX (Suns): Damion Lee (knee injury), Josh Okogie (hamstring).
ATL (Hawks): Kobe Bufkin (thumb injury), Saddiq Bey (left ACL), Seth Lundy (back injury), Trae Young (finger injury), Mouhamed Gueye (injured), AJ Griffin (injured), Jalen Johnson (ankle injury)
PHX vs ATL Head-To-Head (Last 10 Matchups)
PHX (Suns): 3 games won
ATL (Hawks): 7 games won
PHX vs ATL Prediction Fantasy Leaders
Points: Kevin Durant (27.8) vs Trae Young (26.4)
Rebounds: Jusuf Nurkic (11.0) vs Clint Capela (10.6)
Assists: Devin Booker (6.9) vs Trae Young (10.8)
Steals: Eric Gordon (1.0) vs Dejounte Murray (1.4)
Blocks: Kevin Durant (1.3) vs Clint Capela (1.5)
Free Throw%: Grayson Allen (89.2) vs Bogdan Bogdanovic (91.67)
Field Goal Percentage%: Kevin Durant (52.5) vs Jalen Jhonson (51.3)
Three Point Percentage%: Grayson Allen (47.8) vs De’Andre Hunter (41.1)
PHX vs ATL Dream11 Prediction Team
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