The Atlanta Hawks (5-5) visit the Los Angeles Clippers (3-6) on Monday night
in what promises to be a fascinating early-season matchup between two teams
still searching for rhythm. Tip-off is set for 10:30 PM ET at the Intuit
Dome in Inglewood, California.
Both squads have battled
inconsistency and injuries in the first month of the season, but this clash
could serve as a turning point—either to regain momentum or to fall deeper into
early-season trouble.
Hawks
Riding Momentum Despite Injuries
The Hawks enter Monday’s matchup
with renewed confidence after a convincing 122-102 win over the Lakers
on Saturday. That victory came without their star guard Trae Young, who
continues to nurse a knee injury.
In his absence, Atlanta has relied
on a more balanced offensive attack. Dejounte Murray has stepped up as
the primary playmaker, while Jalen Johnson and Bogdan Bogdanović
have provided crucial scoring bursts from the wing. The Hawks’ ability to share
the ball and defend the perimeter has helped them stay competitive, even
without their floor general.
Atlanta currently averages 117.4
points per game, ranking among the league’s top-10 offenses. The question
now is whether that production can continue on the road against a desperate
Clippers team.
Clippers
Searching for Identity
It’s been a rough start for the Los
Angeles Clippers. After adding more star power in the offseason, chemistry has
yet to click. The team enters Monday on a four-game losing streak and
has struggled to find any consistency on both ends of the floor.
The potential absence of Kawhi
Leonard (ankle) only complicates matters, leaving Paul George and James
Harden to shoulder much of the offensive burden. The Clippers are 1-8
against the spread (ATS) this season, suggesting that oddsmakers continue
to overvalue their current form.
Defensively, Los Angeles has looked
vulnerable—especially in transition, where teams like Atlanta thrive.
Hawks
vs. Clippers Odds (as of Monday morning)
|
Bet
Type |
Hawks |
Clippers |
|
Spread |
+5 (−110) |
−5 (−110) |
|
Moneyline |
+158 |
−190 |
|
Total (O/U) |
220.5 points |
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(Odds via Action Network & DraftKings,
updated Nov 10, 2025)
Prediction
& Expert Pick
Both teams are playing without key
stars, which makes this matchup more about depth, pace, and current momentum
than raw talent.
Atlanta’s second unit has been
sharper and more composed in recent games, while the Clippers’ half-court sets
remain stagnant. If the Hawks can continue their ball movement and force
turnovers, they have a strong chance of covering—and possibly winning outright.
Pick:
Hawks +5
Lean:
Over 220.5
Predicted
Score: Hawks 115 – Clippers 112
The Hawks’ energy and recent form
give them an edge against a Clippers team still figuring itself out. Expect a
close, high-scoring game that comes down to the final possessions.
Final
Thoughts
For the Clippers, Monday’s game
represents an opportunity to stop the bleeding and prove they can win without
their full lineup. For the Hawks, it’s a chance to continue building confidence
and show that they can compete with Western Conference contenders—even without
Trae Young.
If recent trends hold true, bettors
should look toward Atlanta to cover the spread and the Over to hit.
Both teams’ offensive talent and defensive inconsistency make for a recipe of
fireworks in Inglewood.