The NBA tips off its New Year's Day action with an intriguing East-West matchup as the Atlanta Hawks welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves to their home court. The contrasting states of form and roster completeness are central to this contest. The Minnesota Timberwolves, currently sixth in the Western Conference with a 21-12 record, arrive in strong form, having won seven of their last ten games. They are led offensively by Edwards, who averages 27.3 points per game. Randle and the substitute Naz Reid provide consistent scoring, while the team's rebounding and defensive efficiency rank high in the league. In contrast, the Atlanta Hawks are mired in a seven-game losing streak, holding a 15-19 record and ranking tenth in the Eastern Conference. Key player Trae Young is doubtful due to a quadriceps injury. Although Porzingis and Jalen Johnson have recovered from injuries, their match fitness is uncertain due to their absence from recent games. Furthermore, the Hawks' home win rate is only 31.2%. Recommendation: Atlanta Hawks