NBA · Final

Hawks Edge 76ers in Thrilling Finish at State Farm Arena

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Sunday, December 14, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · State Farm Arena

Atlanta Hawks 120, Philadelphia 76ers 117, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Philadelphia 76ers vs Atlanta Hawks?

Atlanta Hawks beat Philadelphia 76ers 120-117 at State Farm Arena on December 14, 2025.

Who was favored in Philadelphia 76ers vs Atlanta Hawks?

Atlanta Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Atlanta Hawks narrowly defeated the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 120-117 at State Farm Arena. This victory extends the Hawks' lead in the series, now at 3-0 against the 76ers this season. The game showcased both teams' resilience, with key moments in the fourth quarter that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

The Hawks entered the game with a home record of 15-12 and had been struggling recently, holding a 5-5 record over their last ten games, including a loss in their previous outing against the Detroit Pistons. Their scoring average during this stretch was 118.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 120.3 points, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, the Hawks managed only one win, averaging 113.8 points scored and allowing 121.2 points.

On the other hand, the 76ers had a slightly better recent form, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. They came into this game on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Indiana Pacers. The 76ers averaged 115.1 points per game while allowing 114.8 points during this stretch, showing a balanced offensive and defensive performance. Their away record stood at 14-11, and they had been particularly strong on the road, winning three straight away games prior to this matchup.

The injury report for both teams featured several key players listed as day-to-day. For the Hawks, Mouhamed Gueye, Keshon Gilbert, and RayJ Dennis were all dealing with various injuries, while the 76ers had Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on the injury list due to a finger issue. The absence of any of these players could have influenced the game dynamics, but both teams managed to field competitive lineups.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Hawks favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 226.5. The odds reflected the Hawks' home advantage, but the close nature of the game highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams. The spread and total indicated expectations of a high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as both teams showcased their offensive capabilities.

The game conditions were favorable, with no significant weather or logistical issues reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their performance. Fans were treated to a thrilling display of basketball, with key plays in the fourth quarter that swung momentum back and forth. Onyeka Okongwu's timely three-pointer and Joel Embiid's response from beyond the arc underscored the intensity of the final moments.

As the game progressed, the Hawks managed to maintain a slight edge, with Dyson Daniels contributing crucial points to keep the pressure on the 76ers. Nickeil Alexander-Walker sealed the victory with free throws in the closing seconds, ensuring the Hawks' triumph.

Overall, the matchup proved to be a significant contest in the ongoing season, with both teams showing their strengths and weaknesses. The Hawks' ability to secure a win at home against a formidable opponent like the 76ers will likely boost their confidence moving forward, while Philadelphia will need to regroup and address their recent struggles against Atlanta.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ATL -4.5	226.5 o -105 / u -115	Philadelphia 76ers +145 · Atlanta Hawks -175

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Injury report

Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks
Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers

Leaders

PointsDyson Daniels27Atlanta Hawks
AssistsJalen Johnson12Atlanta Hawks
ReboundsOnyeka Okongwu15Atlanta Hawks
PointsPaul George35Philadelphia 76ers
AssistsQuentin Grimes7Philadelphia 76ers
ReboundsJoel Embiid14Philadelphia 76ers

Recent form

Atlanta Hawks

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1118.2 scored · 120.3 allowed per game2-2 at home

L115-142at Detroit PistonsDec 13
W131-116at Washington WizardsDec 7
L133-134vs Denver NuggetsDec 6
L92-115vs LA ClippersDec 4
L98-99at Detroit PistonsDec 2
W142-134at Philadelphia 76ersNov 30
W130-123vs Cleveland CavaliersNov 29
L113-132at Washington WizardsNov 26
W113-110vs Charlotte HornetsNov 23
W115-98at New Orleans PelicansNov 23

Philadelphia 76ers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1115.1 scored · 114.8 allowed per game3-0 away

W115-105vs Indiana PacersDec 13
L108-112vs Los Angeles LakersDec 8
W116-101at Milwaukee BucksDec 6
W99-98vs Golden State WarriorsDec 5
W121-102vs Washington WizardsDec 3
L134-142vs Atlanta HawksNov 30
W115-103at Brooklyn NetsNov 29
L103-144vs Orlando MagicNov 26
L117-127vs Miami HeatNov 23
W123-114at Milwaukee BucksNov 21

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17

Box score

Stat	Philadelphia 76ers	Atlanta Hawks
Field goals	38-101	43-99
Field goal %	38	43
Three-pointers	17-41	17-33
Three-point %	41	52
Free throws	24-29	17-21
Free throw %	83	81
Rebounds	54	57
Offensive rebounds	21	18
Defensive rebounds	33	39
Assists	25	33
Steals	10	8
Blocks	10	6
Turnovers	11	16
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	16	14
Fast-break points	12	16
Points in the paint	38	44
Fouls	15	23
Largest lead	1	11
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	3	92

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter77-82Andre Drummond makes 2-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter77-84Dyson Daniels makes driving layup (Jalen Johnson assists)
3rd Quarter80-84VJ Edgecombe makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Quentin Grimes assists)
3rd Quarter80-86Dyson Daniels makes two point shot (Jalen Johnson assists)
3rd Quarter81-86VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 3
3rd Quarter82-86VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 3
3rd Quarter83-86VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 3 of 3
3rd Quarter83-89Vit Krejci makes 24-foot three point jumper (Asa Newell assists)
3rd Quarter85-89VJ Edgecombe makes 3-foot two point shot (Jabari Walker assists)
3rd Quarter86-89VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter87-89Andre Drummond makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter88-89Jabari Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter88-92Asa Newell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Onyeka Okongwu assists)
3rd Quarter91-92VJ Edgecombe makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jared McCain assists)
3rd Quarter91-94Asa Newell makes dunk (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
4th Quarter91-97Onyeka Okongwu makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dyson Daniels assists)
4th Quarter92-97Jabari Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter93-97Jabari Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-99Asa Newell makes two point shot
4th Quarter93-101Dyson Daniels makes 1-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter94-101Paul George makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter95-101Paul George makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter96-101Paul George makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter96-103Asa Newell makes layup (Luke Kennard assists)
4th Quarter96-106Zaccharie Risacher makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Johnson assists)
4th Quarter98-106Paul George makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Jared McCain assists)
4th Quarter101-106Paul George makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jared McCain assists)
4th Quarter101-109Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Johnson assists)
4th Quarter103-109Joel Embiid makes 6-foot two point shot (Paul George assists)
4th Quarter106-109Paul George makes 27-foot three point shot
4th Quarter106-111Zaccharie Risacher makes 21-foot running pullup jump shot (Dyson Daniels assists)
4th Quarter109-111Paul George makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter109-114Onyeka Okongwu makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Johnson assists)
4th Quarter112-114Joel Embiid makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quentin Grimes assists)
4th Quarter112-116Dyson Daniels makes two point shot
4th Quarter114-116VJ Edgecombe makes driving layup
4th Quarter114-118Dyson Daniels makes 9-foot two point shot (Jalen Johnson assists)
4th Quarter117-118Quentin Grimes makes 24-foot three pointer (Paul George assists)
4th Quarter117-119Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter117-120Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 2 of 2