The Oklahoma City Thunder (23-9) visit the Atlanta Hawks (13-9) at State Farm Arena on January 3 at 7:40 pm ET. The Thunder enter on a five-game win streak after defeating the league-leading Boston Celtics 127-123.

Game Odds:

• Thunder: -120 (1-point favorites)
• Hawks: +100
• Total: 248 points

Key Stats:

• Thunder are 23-8-1 ATS (NBA's best)
• Hawks are 7-25 ATS (League's worst)
• OKC: 3-0 in back-to-backs this season
• Thunder rank 5th in offense, 3rd in defense
• Hawks rank 6th in offense, 27th in defense

Recent Form:

• Thunder have won 5 straight, including victories over Celtics, Timberwolves, and Nuggets
• Hawks snapped a 4-game losing streak with win over Wizards

Key Players:

• Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (36 points vs Celtics), Chet Holmgren (17.6 PPG)
• Hawks: Trae Young (28.3 PPG, 11.3 APG), Dejounte Murray (20.5 PPG)

Injury Report:

• Hawks: Deandre Hunter (knee) out
• Thunder: Full roster available

Prediction: Thunder moneyline (-110)

• OKC's balanced attack and superior defense should overcome fatigue
• Hawks' defensive struggles (119.7 rating, 4th worst) create favorable matchup
• Thunder's road record (9-4) and perfect back-to-back performance support the pick

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