Where is the Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks play-in matchup being played?

Location: Atlanta, Georgia — inside State Farm Arena.

Who is favored to win the Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat matchup?

The Hawks are favored by just 1 point on Friday, but I don't think anyone is buying a Hawks victory. Everyone expects the away team to pull this off, as Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo continue to carry the Miami Heat.

How did each team get here for this play-in matchup?

The Miami Heat are coming off a dominant win against the Bulls, outscoring them 109–90. Meanwhile, the Hawks were just dealt a crushing blow by the Magic, losing 105–90.

Heat's Andrew Wiggins defends Hawk's Trae Young in second half at Kaseya Center in a March 2025 matchup

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How To Watch the Miami Heat vs. the Atlanta Hawks Play-In Game 2025: Tipoff Time and Best Options for Streaming Online

Q: When is the Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks play-in game?

Friday, April 18, 2025 — tip-off is 4:00 PM (PST), 5:00 PM (MST), 7:00 PM (EST).

Q: How can I watch the Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks Play-In Matchup?

To watch the Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks play-in game, you’ll need access to TNT and truTV. You can also stream it on Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Sling TV, or MAX.

Q: What are the predictions, odds, and spread for Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat?

Key Line — Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat: • Point Spread: Hawks -1 (-105) | Heat +1 (-115) • Moneyline: -110 both sides • Over/Under: 219.5 (O/U -110).

Q: What key stats should I know for Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat?

Statistically, the Hawks appear to have the offensive edge — but don’t let that fool you. They’re only 1-point favorites, and the Heat are doing just fine without Jimmy Butler. • PPG: Hawks 118.2 | Heat 110.6 • REB: Hawks 44.5 | Heat 43.4 • FG %: Hawks 47.2% | Heat 46.5% • FT %: Hawks 77.5% | Heat 79.1% • 3-Point %: Hawks 35.8% | Heat 36.7%

Q: Who is winning the Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat matchup?

Home teams have a lot of momentum, still everyone expects a Miami dub tonight. The Hawks don't have the defense to stop Herro or Bam if either gets hot.

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The Miami Heat face off against the Atlanta Hawks in Atlanta. The Heat are fresh off a dominant win against the Chicago Bulls, outscoring them 109-90.

Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks were just dealt a crushing blow by the Orlando Magic, losing their first play-in game 105-90.

Trae Young is an incredible shooter, and the Hawks have one of the best offenses in the league when they're on.

While the Hawks are favored by just 1 point on Friday, I don't think anyone is buying a Hawks victory. The Hawks can't play defense. Everyone expects the away team to pull this off, as Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo continue to carry the Miami Heat into a (most likely) deep playoff run.

Predictions, odds, and spread for Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat

Key Line	Atlanta Hawks	Miami Heat
Point Spread	-1 (-105)	+1 (-115)
Moneyline	-110	-110
Over/Under	219.5 (O/U -110)

When is the Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks play-in game?

Friday, April 18, 2025

Matchup: Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks
Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM (PST), 5:00 PM (MST), 7:00 PM (EST)
TV Channels: TNT and truTV
Livestreaming Platforms: Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Sling TV, MAX
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Stadium: State Farm Area

How can I watch the Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks Play-In Matchup?

To watch the Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks play-in game, you'll need access to TNT and truTV.

Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat Stats: Quick side-by-side comparison and what you need to know

Based on the statistical comparison, the Atlanta Hawks appear to have the offensive edge in this SoFi 2025 Play-In Tournament matchup, but don't let this fool you — the Hawks are only 1-point favorites, and the Heat are doing just fine without Jimmy Butler.

Key Stat	Atlanta Hawks	Miami Heat
PPG	118.2	110.6
REB	44.5	43.4
FG %	47.2%	46.5%
FT %	77.5%	79.1%
3-Point %	35.8%	36.7%

Who is winning the Atlanta Hawks vs. Miami Heat matchup?

Home teams have a lot of momentum, still, everyone expects a Miami dub tonight. The Hawks don't have the defense to stop Herro or Bam if either gets hot.