Heat at Hawks odds, picks and predictions

The Miami Heat visit the Atlanta Hawks Friday for a 7:30 p.m. ET tip from State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.

Mar. 1, 2026 at 5:39am

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The Miami Heat (29-27) visit the Atlanta Hawks (27-30) Friday for a 7:30 p.m. ET tip from State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. The Heat got back in the win column last Wednesday with a 123-111 win over the New Orleans Pelicans, while the Hawks snapped a 3-game losing streak on Thursday in handling the Philadelphia 76ers 117-107.

Why it matters

This is an important matchup between two teams jockeying for playoff position in the Eastern Conference. The Heat are looking to build on their recent win, while the Hawks are trying to get back on track after a rough stretch.

The details

The Heat and Hawks have split the season series 1-1 so far. In their most recent matchup on Feb. 3, the Hawks took down the Heat 127-115, covering as a 1-point road underdog with the Over (236.5) hitting. The Heat will be playing their first game after the All-Star break, while the Hawks will be on the back half of a back-to-back.

  • The game tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, February 20, 2026.
  • The Heat's last game was a 123-111 win over the Pelicans on Wednesday, February 18.
  • The Hawks' last game was a 117-107 win over the 76ers on Thursday, February 19.

The players

Bam Adebayo

The Heat's starting center, who led all scorers with 27 points and 14 rebounds in the team's last game.

Kel'el Ware

The Heat's backup center, who added a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds in the team's last game.

Jalen Johnson

The Hawks' starting forward, who scored a game-high 32 points with 10 rebounds in the team's last game.

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The takeaway

This game could have major implications for the playoff race in the Eastern Conference, with both teams looking to gain ground. The Heat's fresher legs and recent road success give them the edge, but the Hawks have proven they can beat the Heat this season.