Atlanta Hawks vs New Orleans Pelicans Picks and Prediction for Saturday November 22 2025

By: Eddie Kline Published 11/22/2025, 02:25 AM ET

Hawks Preview

The Smoothie King Center will play host to a Saturday night NBA clash between the Atlanta Hawks and the New Orleans Pelicans. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Hawks (9-7) rank fifth in the league in defensive efficiency and are a half-game out of fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Thursday, Atlanta was unable to take advantage of Victor Wembanyama’s absence during a 135-126 road loss against San Antonio.

Atlanta G Nickeil Alexander-Walker knocked down 8-for-10 from the three-point line and finished with a game-high 38 points. Jalen Johnson added 26 points (10-15 FG), 12 rebounds, and seven assists. Onyeka Okongwu scored 15 points in 25 minutes off the bench for the Hawks, who fell to 7-3 on the road. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Hawks with the Fliff promo code.

Pelicans Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans are in possession of the worst record in the Western Conference and have fired head coach Willie Green. Former Charlotte head coach James Borrego has taken over on an interim basis and must repair a defense that ranks 28th in efficiency. The Pelicans have just one playoff series win since 2009 and have surrendered 120 plus points in six of their previous seven games.

All-Star F Zion Williamson (hamstring) returned to the lineup on Wednesday and is averaging a team-high 21.3 points. New Orleans F Trey Murphy III has been solid this season with 19.9 points to go along with 6.5 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game. The best sportsbooks are the best way to go when you are betting on the Pelicans.

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Hawks vs Pelicans Pick

Atlanta G Trae Young is currently sidelined with a knee injury and will be re-evaluated later this month. The Hawks are defending at a high level and they should be able to stifle a stagnant New Orleans offensive attack. Take Atlanta to win and cover on the road. Final Score Prediction, Atlanta Hawks win 118-109. Make sure when you place your Hawks vs Pelicans bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.