Friday night in Atlanta features a potential playoff preview with major seeding implications as the Hawks host the Cavaliers. With just two games left in the regular season, this clash could very well be a dress rehearsal for a first-round 4 vs. 5 matchup in the Eastern Conference.
The Cavs took the first game of this back-to-back set on Wednesday, winning 122-116 in Cleveland. While both teams have secured their postseason tickets, the final standings are still in flux. The Cavaliers are jockeying for the third or fourth seed, while the Hawks are among a cluster of teams near the Play-In cutoff, making every win crucial.
Keep an eye on Atlanta's dynamic duo. Nickeil Alexander-Walker is enjoying a career year, averaging 20.8 points, while franchise cornerstone Jalen Johnson has been a triple-double threat all season, putting up 22.7 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 8.0 assists per game. For Cleveland, the offensive firepower of Donovan Mitchell (27.8 PPG) and James Harden (23.7 PPG) is always a threat, though their status for this game may depend on the Cavs' rest strategy heading into the playoffs.
Ready to watch the action? Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena. The game will be available exclusively via live stream on Prime Video.
