Hawks vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 8, 2026, 12:33AM | Published: Jan 7, 2026, 2:01PM
The Atlanta Hawks will sqaure off with the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at State Farm Arena on Thursday, starting at 11:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Kristaps Porzingis, the Hawks are looking to overcome a Pelicans line-up that includes Zion Williamson, Jordan Poole and Jeremiah Fears.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Hawks vs Pelicans game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Atlanta vs New Orleans NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Hawks a 78% chance of beating the Pelicans at State Farm Arena.
Hawks vs Pelicans: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at State Farm Arena are listed below:
- Head to Head: Hawks $1.22, Pelicans $4.50
- Line: Hawks -10.5 ($1.91), Pelicans +10.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 246.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Hawks at $1.22 and the Pelicans at $4.50.
The Hawks are 10.5-point favourites against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pelicans (+10.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 246.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pelicans (+10.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 246.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 55% of the time.
Hawks vs Pelicans: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $4.50 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +10.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 246.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Hawks vs Pelicans betting tips are based on market-leading modelling and gambling expertise to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Hawks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our preferred option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Hawks vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Hawks vs Pelicans at State Farm Arena on Thursday is the Hawks winning 126-117.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Atlanta vs New Orleans game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Hawks vs Pelicans prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the Atlanta vs New Orleans match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get the best tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Hawks vs Pelicans: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Hawks and Pelicans at State Farm Arena is scheduled to start at 11:30am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Atlanta Hawks vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Thursday 8 January 2026
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: State Farm Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Atlanta vs New Orleans predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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