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Atlanta @ Charlotte

Current Records: Atlanta 28-25; Charlotte 27-24

What to Know

The Charlotte Hornets will be returning home after a six-game road trip. Charlotte and the Atlanta Hawks will face off in a Southeast Division battle at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at Spectrum Center. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both teams posted some lofty points totals in their previous games, so things might heat up even more when they meet.

The Hornets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 127-119 this past Friday. Small forward Miles Bridges was the offensive standout of the game for Charlotte, picking up 26 points in addition to seven rebounds.

Meanwhile, Atlanta didn't have too much trouble with the Chicago Bulls at home this past Friday as they won 120-108. The victory came about thanks to a strong surge after the half to overcome a 66-53 deficit. Atlanta's point guard Trae Young did his thing and had 42 points and nine assists along with eight boards.

Barring any buzzer beaters, Charlotte is expected to win a tight contest. They have been consistent moneymakers against the spread when favored (10-5), so they might be worth a quick bet.

Their wins bumped the Hornets to 27-24 and the Hawks to 28-25. Watch the contest and check back on CBS Sports to find out who keeps up the positive energy and who hits a stumbling block.

How To Watch

  • When: Sunday at 1 p.m. ET
  • Where: Spectrum Center -- Charlotte, North Carolina
  • TV: Bally Sports - Southeast
  • Follow: CBS Sports App

Odds

The Hornets are a slight 2.5-point favorite against the Hawks, according to the latest NBA odds.

The line on this game has moved quite a bit since it opened, as it started out with the Hawks as a 2.5-point favorite.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Charlotte have won 13 out of their last 20 games against Atlanta.

  • Jan 09, 2021 - Charlotte 113 vs. Atlanta 105
  • Jan 06, 2021 - Charlotte 102 vs. Atlanta 94
  • Mar 09, 2020 - Atlanta 143 vs. Charlotte 138
  • Dec 08, 2019 - Atlanta 122 vs. Charlotte 107
  • Feb 09, 2019 - Charlotte 129 vs. Atlanta 120
  • Nov 28, 2018 - Charlotte 108 vs. Atlanta 94
  • Nov 25, 2018 - Atlanta 124 vs. Charlotte 123
  • Nov 06, 2018 - Charlotte 113 vs. Atlanta 102
  • Mar 15, 2018 - Charlotte 129 vs. Atlanta 117
  • Jan 31, 2018 - Charlotte 123 vs. Atlanta 110
  • Jan 26, 2018 - Charlotte 121 vs. Atlanta 110
  • Oct 20, 2017 - Charlotte 109 vs. Atlanta 91
  • Apr 11, 2017 - Atlanta 103 vs. Charlotte 76
  • Mar 20, 2017 - Charlotte 105 vs. Atlanta 90
  • Dec 17, 2016 - Charlotte 107 vs. Atlanta 99
  • Nov 18, 2016 - Charlotte 100 vs. Atlanta 96
  • Feb 28, 2016 - Atlanta 87 vs. Charlotte 76
  • Jan 13, 2016 - Charlotte 107 vs. Atlanta 84
  • Nov 01, 2015 - Atlanta 94 vs. Charlotte 92
  • Oct 30, 2015 - Atlanta 97 vs. Charlotte 94

Injury Report for Charlotte

  • Malik Monk: Out (Ankle)
  • LaMelo Ball: Out (Wrist)
  • Gordon Hayward: Out (Foot)

Injury Report for Atlanta

  • De'Andre Hunter: Out (Knee)
  • Danilo Gallinari: Out (Foot)
  • Kris Dunn: Out (Ankle)
  • Trae Young: Out (Calf)
  • Tony Snell: Out (Ankle)
  • Cam Reddish: Out (Achilles)
  • John Collins: Out (Ankle)