The Hawks will play the Nuggets on Friday, January 9th, 2026. Your timezone's tip off time is 9:10 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Atlanta Hawks and the Denver Nuggets will tip-off on Friday, January 9th, 2026 in what should be another exciting matchup of the 2025-26 NBA season. As we look ahead beyond the season's midway point, it's important to note that each team's performance trends are now falling into place. Use the following analytical insights to size up this matchup and to place an informed wager.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Atlanta Hawks come to this game with a 90.33 power ranking. The power ranking for their opponent, the Denver Nuggets, is currently 97.00. Note that the higher power ranking usually correlates to the favorite team, while the lower ranking to the underdog.
- Away Atlanta Hawks - The Atlanta Hawks currently have a 11-10 away team record. They now rank 4th in the league for away team wins.
- Home Denver Nuggets - The Denver Nuggets come to the floor sporting a 10-5 record as a home team. As a result, they stand 7th in the league for home team wins in the 2025-26 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Atlanta Hawks currently rank 10th (118.4) for average points scored per game. The Denver Nuggets stand 1st, averaging 124.1 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 119.4 points against the Atlanta Hawks, ranking them 7th in the league. Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets currently rank 9th in the league for points scored against them. Their current standing is 118.0 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Atlanta Hawks currently have a 4-3 Eastern Southeast Division division record. Their opponent, the Denver Nuggets, come to the game with a 4-1 Western Northwest Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Atlanta Hawks have a 18-21 overall record, while the Denver Nuggets have a 25-12 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Avast ye mateys! The Atlanta Hawks be sailing to Denver...to face off against the Nuggets in a battle on the court...
The Nuggets' venue be filled with excitement and anticipation for this match...The Hawks have a 18-21 overall standing, while the Nuggets stand at 25-12...The Hawks have a 4-3 division record, while the Nuggets boast 4-1...
Atlanta be averaging 118.4 points per game, with Denver at 124.1...Be sure to review each team's performance stats before placing yer bets...Our preferred sportsbooks offer some of the best spreads and totals...
For this game, we have a great sampling of prop bets...So gather yer crew, and prepare for a showdown on the hardwood...Let the battle begin, and may the best team emerge victorious...arrrr!
Best Hawks at Nuggets Odds
| Underdog Denver Nuggets | Favorite Atlanta Hawks |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Denver Nuggets | Favorite Atlanta Hawks |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Atlanta Hawks are -1.5 +100 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Denver Nuggets are +1.5 -120 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 232.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 232.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.
The Atlanta Hawks are the -118 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Denver Nuggets are the -102 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Hawks
Nuggets
1/09/26 9:10pm EST | -1.5 +100+1.5 -120 |
Underdog Denver Nuggets - Denver Nuggets bettors risk $100 to win $83.33 at -120 odds.
A +1.5 Denver Nuggets underdog bet wins if they lose by 1, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 2 or more.
Favorite Atlanta Hawks - Atlanta Hawks bettors risk $100 to win $100 at +100 odds.
A -1.5 Atlanta Hawks favorite bet wins if they win by 2 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 1, tie, or lose outright.
Atlanta Hawks at Denver Nuggets Prop Bets
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Hawks
Nuggets
Game to Overtime
1/09/26 9:10pm EST | Yes +950No -2000Bet |
Hawks
Team Total Points
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 116.5 o -115116.5 u -110Bet |
Nuggets
Team Total Points
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 116.5 o -115116.5 u -110Bet |
Aaron Gordon
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 15.5 o -14515.5 u +110Bet |
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Christian Braun
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 10.5 o -11810.5 u -110Bet |
DaRon Holmes II
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 6.5 o -1056.5 u -125Bet |
Dyson Daniels
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 12.5 o +11012.5 u -150Bet |
Jalen Johnson
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 24.5 o -10524.5 u -125Bet |
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Jamal Murray
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 27.5 o -10527.5 u -125Bet |
Kristaps Porzingis
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 13.5 o -13013.5 u -105Bet |
Luke Kennard
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 5.5 o -1355.5 u +100Bet |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 20.5 o -11020.5 u -120Bet |
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Onyeka Okongwu
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 14.5 o -12014.5 u -110Bet |
Tim Hardaway Jr
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 14.5 o -11014.5 u -120Bet |
Vit Krejci
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 8.5 o +1008.5 u -130Bet |
Zaccharie Risacher
Points Scored
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 10.5 o -11010.5 u -120Bet |
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Aaron Gordon
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 23.5 o -13523.5 u +100Bet |
Christian Braun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 17.5 o -13017.5 u -105Bet |
Jalen Johnson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 43.5 o -12043.5 u -110Bet |
Jamal Murray
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 43.5 o +10543.5 u -140Bet |
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Luke Kennard
Points, Rebounds & Assists
ATL at DEN 1/09/26 9:10pm EST | 11.5 o +10011.5 u -130Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| Denver Nuggets | 34 | 20 | 0.630 | +7.0 | 14-11 | 20-9 | 4-2 | 19-9 | 120.3 | 116.3 | +4.0 | L1 | 5-5 |
| Atlanta Hawks | 26 | 29 | 0.473 | +15.5 | 10-15 | 16-14 | 5-4 | 13-19 | 117.5 | 118.8 | -1.3 | L2 | 6-4 |
Atlanta Hawks & Denver Nuggets Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
Atlanta Hawks Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Hawks | +40000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Nuggets | +550 Bet |
Atlanta Hawks & Denver Nuggets Team Pages
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How to Bet on the Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
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