Atlanta Hawks vs Toronto Raptors Picks and Prediction for Monday January 5 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 01/05/2026, 10:35 AM ET

Hawks Preview

Scotiabank Arena will play host to a Monday night NBA rematch between the Atlanta Hawks and the Toronto Raptors. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Hawks (17-20) have dropped eight of their previous ten games and hold a one-game lead over Milwaukee for tenth place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Saturday, Atlanta was outscored by 16 points during the fourth quarter of a 134-117 road loss against Toronto.

Atlanta G Nickeil Alexander-Walker knocked down 6-for-11 from the three-point line and finished with a game-high 31 points. Jalen Johnson scored 30 points to go along with nine assists and seven rebounds. Dyson Daniels added 20 points and 12 assists for the Hawks, who fell to 11-9 on the road.

Raptors Preview

The Toronto Raptors have won 11 of their first 19 home games and are sitting in fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Raptors (21-15) rank sixth in the league in defensive efficiency and are allowing 114.4 points per contest. During Saturday’s home victory, Toronto assisted on 28 of 49 made field goals and shot 53 percent from the field.

Brandon Ingram and R.J. Barrett led a balanced Toronto scoring attack with 29 points each on a combined 22-for-34 shooting effort. Talented F Scottie Barnes chipped in 20 points and seven rebounds. Immanuel Quickley added 15 points and seven assists for the Raptors.

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Hawks vs Raptors Pick

Atlanta G Trae Young is dealing with a quadriceps injury and will remain sidelined for this contest. The Raptors are the better defensive team and have the advantage on the glass. Take Toronto to win and cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Toronto Raptors win 122-109.