Can the Atlanta Hawks Soar Past Orlando Magic at the Kia Center?

As the Atlanta Hawks prepare to face off against the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center, fans are eager to see if their team can capitalize on recent performances and trends. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 7th, will be a test of resilience and strategy for both teams.

The Hawks have shown a mixed bag of results in their past games. Despite a high-scoring offense, they've struggled with consistency. In their last outing against the Pacers, they put up an impressive 116 points but allowed a staggering 150 points against them. Their defense was particularly porous, with a defensive rating of 139.2 – far from ideal in such a high-scoring affair.

However, there's room for optimism as well. Prior to that loss, they secured an exhilarating victory over Oklahoma City Thunder with 141 points on home turf at State Farm Arena – showcasing their ability to outscore formidable opponents when clicking on all cylinders.

In terms of statistics that stand out: The Hawks have demonstrated strong free-throw shooting with an accuracy rate hovering around ninety-four percent in one game and eighty-seven percent in another; however, three-point efficiency has been less reliable at twenty-four percent in one instance.

Rebounding has been another area where Atlanta has excelled; they pulled down seventy boards against Washington Wizards – indicating potential dominance on the glass if that trend continues.

As we look towards this matchup at Kia Center, it's clear that while scoring isn't usually an issue for this team – averaging well above hundred points per game recently – tightening up defensively will be crucial if they wish to secure more wins and improve upon their current record.

Fans can catch all the action live on BSSE network or attend in person at Kia Center come January 7th at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. Will this be another high-flying offensive showcase or will defense become the deciding factor? Only time will tell as we await tip-off!