Atlanta at Indiana

Atlanta continues to be a value-laden team, and they have made strides to be a playoff contender this season. They have now risen above the mediocre level of the NBA. When facing such mediocre teams, even on the road, Atlanta continues to show value. They are now 5-2 ATS against the losing teams this season on the road. Indiana showed some signs of moving forward only to slip back, and is currently riding a five-game losing streak. Four of the five losses were by double-digits, so they aren't even coming close. The fact is that seven of their last eight losses are by double-digits, so it is difficult to find any reason to back them as a favorite under any circumstances. They are just 6-9 ATS in their last 15 at home. These teams are heading in opposite directions, so the Hawks are the choice.