Cleveland at Atlanta

This is the Cleveland's seventh road game over the last 11 contests. The offense has been consistent but not the defense at #25 in points allowed, #20 in field goal shooting defense, #19 in three-point defense. They've been terrible as a favorite of seven points or more this season at 1-7 ATS. The Cavaliers are also 8-20-2 ATS away against a team with a losing home record. They face a rested and angry Atlanta squad. This is the fourth straight home game for the Hawks with four full days off. Atlanta coach Mike Budenholzer ripped the team after the last game, a 112-78 home setback to Toronto, and they've been focusing on defense all week. The Hawks are also 16-7 ATS against the Central Division. The dog has covered five of the last six meetings between these teams and this is a great situational spot for the embarrassed home dog. Play Atlanta.