Lakers vs Hawks Prediction and NBA Tips - 14 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 13, 2026, 8:15PM | Published: Jan 13, 2026, 5:00PM
The Los Angeles Lakers will sqaure off with the Atlanta Hawks in NBA action at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, starting at 2:30pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton, the Lakers are looking to overcome a Hawks team that includes Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Lakers vs Hawks game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's LA Lakers vs Atlanta NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Hawks a 62% chance of defeating the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena.
Lakers vs Hawks: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Crypto.com Arena are shown here:
- Head to Head: Lakers $2.25, Hawks $1.67
- Line: Lakers +3 ($1.91), Hawks -3 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 231.5 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 Lakers at $2.25 and the Hawks at $1.67.
The Lakers are 3-point underdogs against the Hawks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Hawks (-3) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 231.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Lakers and the Hawks have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 231.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Lakers vs Hawks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Atlanta at $1.67 with Bet365
- Line: Hawks -3 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 231.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Lakers vs Hawks predictions are based on complex modelling and wagering experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Lakers vs Hawks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Lakers vs Hawks at Crypto.com Arena this Wednesday is the Hawks winning 116-113.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the LA Lakers vs Atlanta game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Lakers vs Hawks prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the LA Lakers vs Atlanta game.
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Lakers vs Hawks: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Lakers and Hawks at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to tip off at 2:30pm AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Los Angeles Lakers vs Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Wednesday 14 January 2026
- Time: 2:30pm AEDT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our LA Lakers vs Atlanta predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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