Top Rated 10* NBA *BASKET BRAWLER*
(NBA) Atlanta vs. Chicago,
Point Spread: 4.50 | -110.00 Atlanta (Away)
Result: Win
Play: Atlanta Hawks
Rating: 10/10*

The Atlanta Hawks had lost seven on the bounce prior to beating up on Phoenix and Philly in their last two games. They'll take on a tougher opponent in the Bulls at Chicago Saturday afternoon, but I like the Hawks to ride their current momentum and at the very least cover the spread.

The Bulls are also coming off back-to-back wins, the most recenta 99-93 win over Cleveland as a 5.5-point dog on TNT Thursday. Huge letdown spot after such a win though, and note that the Bulls are 2-7 ATS in their last nine games playing on one days rest.

The Bulls head into play on Friday one game out of eighth place in the East and only three games behind the Hawks, so motivation won't be a problem for either team. Take the points on the underdog in a game that should be close until the very end.