Atlanta Hawks vs. Philadelphia 76ers NBA Pick Prediction 6/8/2021 by Tony T.
Hawks at 76ers—NBA pick is Atlanta Hawks +5.5. Hawks to off to a fast start in their win to the 76ers in Game 1 going up 74-54 at the half. Strong shooting performance for an Atlanta team with depth in the lineup as they hit 51% along with 20 of 47 from three. Trae Young led the Hawks with 35 points and ten assists. Joel Embiid played his first game since tearing his meniscus. He did finish with 39 points, but the question is how much more damage did he put on the meniscus and how will it impact Embiids play moving forward in this spot where there is only one day of rest. Hawks have won four straight playoff games. 76ers are surrendering 46.7% shooting in the playoffs and the Hawks 42.3%. Play Atlanta +5.5.