Golden State Warriors vs Atlanta Hawks
PREVIEW: The Atlanta Hawks arrive at Chase Center with elite offensive spacing and passing prowess, ranking first in both categories, while also pushing tempo with the second-ranked quick pace in the league. The Hawks have won four of their last six games and are riding momentum after routing the shorthanded Nuggets 110-87 on Friday. Jalen Johnson led that effort with 29 points, nine rebounds and six assists, while Dyson Daniels recorded his first career triple-double with 17 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. However, Atlanta's perimeter defense remains a vulnerability, allowing the 25th-most shots attacking the rim and ranking 23rd in free throw shooting at 77.5 percent.
Golden State counters with league-leading three-point volume at 49.7 percent attempts per game and boasts efficient free throw shooting at 82.1 percent, ranking third. The Warriors have won eight of their last 11 games and captured their third straight victory by demolishing Sacramento 137-103 on Friday. Stephen Curry paced the offense with 27 points and 10 assists, while De'Anthony Melton contributed 19 points off the bench. Golden State's solid defensive discipline ranks fifth against rim attacks and sixth in passing, though the team struggles with a 24th-ranked turnover rate that could present opportunities for Atlanta's opportunistic defense.