The Houston Rockets will face off against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday, January 29, 2026, with the game scheduled to commence at 8 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. This matchup promises to be an exciting battle as both teams come into the game with different aspirations.
The Rockets, currently holding a 28-17 record, are looking to bounce back after suffering a 111-99 defeat to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. In that game, Houston struggled, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they scored just 13 points. Despite the loss, key players Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant combined for 49 points. However, Houston’s bench noticeably underperformed, contributing only 14 points compared to the Spurs’ 38.
In contrast, the Atlanta Hawks enter this game with a 24-25 record and a four-game winning streak, having recently secured a 117-106 victory against the Boston Celtics. In that matchup, Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the scoring for Atlanta with 21 points, while Jalen Johnson had a solid performance with 19 points and 14 rebounds. The Hawks have shown defensive prowess recently, managing to hold opponents under 110 points in two of their four consecutive wins while also displaying offensive strength by scoring over 120 points in two games.
BetMGM Sportsbook has set the odds for this matchup as follows: Houston is favored at -170 on the moneyline, meaning a $170 bet would yield a $100 profit. Atlanta is at +140, offering a $140 profit on a $100 bet. The spread is set at 3.5 points in favor of the Rockets, and the over/under is at 224.5 points.
In terms of injuries, the Rockets will be without center Steven Adams and guard Fred VanVleet due to injuries. For the Hawks, center Kristaps Porzingis and forward Zaccharie Risacher will also be unavailable.
The prediction points towards a close game, forecasting a 111-108 victory for the Rockets. However, given Atlanta’s recent form and their success against the spread, a lean towards Hawks +3.5 is suggested. Atlanta has shown strong coverage in their last four games and has fared well in recent matchups against the Rockets, covering 8 of their last 10 encounters, including each of the last four.
Additionally, betting on the under at 224.5 points appears to be a strategic choice, considering the trend of low-scoring games in recent Rockets’ outings and previous contests between these two teams in Atlanta.
As fans look forward to this clash, the outcomes for both teams could significantly shape their respective seasons, particularly for the Rockets as they seek to solidify their position in the playoff race.