The Atlanta Hawks are set to face the Miami Heat in an Eastern Conference showdown. The Hawks are currently on a four-game losing streak, having narrowly lost their last home game against the Chicago Bulls. Their season record stands at 15 wins and 16 losses, placing them ninth in the Eastern Conference, just half a game behind a playoff spot. The Hawks excel offensively, averaging 118.8 points per game and leading the league with 31.1 assists per game. However, their defense struggles, allowing 119.6 points per game, ranking among the worst in the league. Meanwhile, the Miami Heat are also experiencing a slump, with three consecutive losses, including a recent home defeat to the Toronto Raptors. The Heat's record mirrors the Hawks at 15 wins and 15 losses, positioning them eighth in the Eastern Conference, 0.5 games ahead of Atlanta. The Heat average 119.2 points per game and concede 117.6 points per game. Considering the situation, the Atlanta Hawks are seen as having a greater chance of winning. They possess advantages in roster completeness, recent form, and home-court advantage. Playing at home, the Hawks are expected to benefit from a strong performance from Jalen Johnson and the potential return of Trae Young, which would provide a balanced offensive and defensive system. While the Heat's Powell is playing well, the absence of Herro and uncertainty around Adebayo's availability, combined with the challenge of playing away, make it harder for them to secure a victory. The prediction is that the Atlanta Hawks will leverage their roster strength to win at home, thus ending their losing streak. Prediction: Atlanta Hawks (spread of -4.5 points) Predicted Score Range: Atlanta Hawks (win by 11-16 points)