Miami Heat vs Atlanta Hawks
PREVIEW: The Miami Heat will host the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Kaseya Center with tipoff at 7:30 p.m. ET. Miami enters as a 4.5-point favorite , but the Hawks arrive in Miami with momentum from the road, where they boast a respectable 15-13 record away from home compared to just 9-14 at home. Jalen Johnson delivered a dominant triple-double performance on Saturday with 33 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists , and his continued excellence gives Atlanta a legitimate shot in this matchup. The Hawks rank first in high spacing on offense and good passing, while also maintaining the second-best quick tempo in the leagueβadvantages they'll look to exploit against Miami's defense .
The Heat, meanwhile, are navigating a demanding stretch. Miami is playing five games in seven days, with Tuesday's contest marking the end of this grueling schedule , while Atlanta enjoys two full days of rest and this represents just their second game in five days. The Heat rank first in quick tempo and sixth in both high-frequency attacking rim attempts and post-up frequency, showcasing a balanced offensive approach. Miami won the teams' most recent matchup 126-111 at State Farm Arena and have triumphed in their previous four meetings against Atlanta , though fatigue could prove to be an equalizing factor in this Southeast Division showdown.