Los Angeles Lakers vs Atlanta Hawks Picks and Prediction for Monday November 9 2026
The Monday NBA schedule will get underway with a matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Atlanta Hawks. Tipoff is slated for November 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm EST and the setting will be State Farm Arena. The game can be streamed on NBA League Pass. There were no available odds as of writing this article. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions.
Los Angeles elite on offense
The Los Angeles Lakers have reached the playoffs in four consecutive seasons and are looking for their first NBA title since 2020. The Lakers (9-2) are riding a five-game winning streak and hold a half-game lead for the top spot in the Western Conference. On Sunday, Los Angeles raced out to a 24-point lead after one quarter and held on for a 121-116 road victory against Detroit.
Los Angeles G Austin Reaves erupted for a season-high 43 points on 14-for-27 shooting to go along with five rebounds and four assists. Ziaire Williams and Collin Sexton scored 17 points each off the bench. Walker Kessler added 12 points (5-10 FG), 16 rebounds, and four assists for the Lakers.
With Luka Doncic in full control of the offense, the Lakers are averaging a league best 119.5 per 100 possessions. During yesterday's victory, Los Angeles nailed 26 of 33 free-throw attempts and shot 50 percent from the field. The Lakers outscored the Pistons 58-46 in the paint and led by as many as 26 points.
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Atlanta trying to build on last season's success
The Atlanta Hawks were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by New York and have won just two playoff series over the previous ten seasons. The Hawks (7-4) are riding a four-game winning streak and are a half-game out of third place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Saturday, Atlanta outscored Brooklyn by ten points over the final 12 minutes to earn a 124-121 home victory.
All-Star F Jalen Johnson tallied a game-high 30 points (11-17 FG), seven rebounds, and six assists. Atlanta G Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 20 points on 7-for-17 shooting and pulled down three boards. Aaron Wiggins added 20 points (5-13 3PT) and six assists off the bench for the Hawks.
Atlanta currently ranks 12th in the league in offensive efficiency and averages 118.6 points per game. During Saturday’s victory, the Hawks assisted on 30 of 47 made field goals and shot 45 percent overall. Atlanta misfired on 34 of 46 three-point attempts and was outrebounded by a 53-40 margin.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Atlanta Hawks Picks and Prediction
Pick: Atlanta Hawks
Los Angeles G Luka Doncic is dealing with a back injury and is listed as questionable for this contest. These two teams split last season’s series, with each winning on their home floor. The Lakers have been an extremely profitable 7-3 ATS, while the Hawks own a 4-7 ATS mark. Atlanta is the better defensive team and will win at home.
Pick: Over
Los Angeles is playing at the eighth fastest tempo in the league and Atlanta prefers an uptempo game as well. The Lakers are the most efficient offense in the NBA and the Hawks are averaging a shade below 120 points per game. Los Angeles is 6-4 O/U and Atlanta is 6-5 O/U to start the season. Take the over.
Final Score Prediction: Atlanta Hawks win 124-115
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