Atlanta Hawks Update

Tomorrow night, the Atlanta Hawks look to rebound from a deflating 3 point loss to Chicago in OT. Leading most of the way, Atlanta blew a 9 point advantage with more than 4 minutes left in regulation. Unable to contain Derrick Rose down the stretch, the Hawks were outscored 101-98 in the Windy City. Joe Johnson dropped 40 on the Bulls, but that wasn't enough to lead his squad to victory.

After a disappointing outcome in Chicago, Atlanta travels to Minnesota to take on the 5-23 Timberwolves. Al Jefferson(16.9 ppg), Kevin Love(12.3 Rebounds per game), and rookie guard Johnny Flynn(14.2 ppg, 4.2 apg) continue to play well for their floundering franchise.

Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 ET. Expect the Hawks to handle Minnesota quite easily in this one. The T'Wolves average a pitiful 94.4 ppg to Atlanta's 105.3. Defensively, Minnesota gives up 105 ppg, while Atlanta only surrenders 97. Just for kicks, I'll pick Atlanta to win 107-96.