The Miami Heat are hitting the road to start a four-game road stretch, as they begin the stretch in Atlanta, taking on the Atlanta Hawks Sunday. The Heat are seeking their third win in a row, as they took down the Washington Wizards in their last game, 110-107, in Miami.
Here are a few things to watch for in this one.
Players To Watch
- Bam Adebayo– Bam Adebayo, who had 38 points and 12 rebounds against the Wizards, is proving why he is a leader for this team and one of the top centers in the NBA today. His ability to control the glass on both ends of the court, his ability to finish at the basket, and his ability to play lockdown defense on the other end, make him a threat against any team he goes up against.
- Caleb Martin– Caleb Martin, who had 20 points against the Wizards last game, will need to continue to be a key player for the Heat against the Hawks, as he steps in for an injured Jimmy Butler. His court vision, ability to finish at the basket, and making the most from the free throw line, make him a player that the Miami Heat can rely on.
The Miami Heat hit the road Sunday, taking on one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. Here’s how they can go get a win.
Keys To The Game
- Work On The Three-Point Shot– The Miami Heat shot 7/26 from behind the three-point arc in their last game against the Wizards. If Miami is going to defeat the Hawks, they need to be locked in from behind the arc, making the most of their shots, and not just throwing up any shot under pressure.
- Limit Turnovers– The Miami Heat had a total of 13 turnovers against the Wizards, which lead to 20 points on the other end. The Heat need to not force the ball in tight coverage, get a handle on the ball, and not allow the opponent to even have a chance to steal the ball, as the Hawks can make the most opportunities off the turnovers.
- Limit Fouls– The Miami Heat had a total of 19 fouls as a team, overall, against the Wizards. The Heat will need to contest every ball, keep their feet planted in the paint, and make sure they don’t commit bad fouls down the stretch.
Miami Heat vs Atlanta Hawks Odds And Predictions
Moneyline: MIA +165 ATL -195
Spread: MIA +4.5
Total: 225
Prediction
Miami is starting a four-game road stretch, as they will be looking to get off to a fast start against one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference in the Hawks. If Miami plays a hard-fought game, they can walk out with a, 112-107, win against the Hawks.
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