The Atlanta Hawks are set to face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder on December 29, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET, in what promises to be an exciting matchup at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. This game comes as the Hawks, currently with a record of 15-18, look to break a six-game losing streak which culminated in a close 128-125 defeat against the New York Knicks. In that game, Onyeka Okongwu shone with a remarkable 31-point performance, but it wasn’t enough against the Knicks’ strong duo of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, who together scored 70 points. Notably, Atlanta’s defense has struggled recently, allowing at least 126 points over their last eight losses.
On the other hand, the Thunder are riding high with an impressive 27-5 record, recently dominating the Philadelphia 76ers 129-104, thanks to Chet Holmgren’s standout performance of 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 blocks. Oklahoma City has fared well offensively, scoring 72 points in the paint during their last game, while capitalizing on 23 turnovers.
Earlier in the season, Oklahoma City defeated Atlanta 117-100 on October 25. Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander were instrumental in that matchup, combining for a total of 61 points.
According to BetMGM Sportsbook, the odds for the upcoming game heavily favor the Thunder, who are substantial favorites at -1200 on the moneyline and -16.5 against the spread. The over/under is set at 236.5. The Hawks will be without Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzingis due to illness, and Trae Young’s status remains questionable due to a quad injury, creating significant challenges for Atlanta’s lineup.
Analysts predict that the Thunder can win convincingly, forecasting a score of 134-110, with Oklahoma City expected to cover the spread comfortably. Notably, the Thunder have covered the spread in five of their last six home games, while the Hawks have struggled against the spread recently.
On the total points front, there is a lean towards the over, as the Over has been hit in seven of Atlanta’s last ten games, and five of the previous six encounters between these teams suggests that scoring could be high. However, given the Hawks’ injury situation and defensive struggles, there’s a possibility they might be stifled, making a high over-under tricky.
In summary, fans and analysts alike anticipate a dominant performance from the Thunder, showcasing their strength and expertise on the court.