The National Basketball Association has announced a significant schedule adjustment for Monday's matchup between the Atlanta Hawks and the Indiana Pacers. Due to hazardous icy weather conditions affecting the region, the game's tip-off time has been shifted dramatically from the originally scheduled 7:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time to a new afternoon start of 1:30 p.m. EST.
Important Fan Information and Arena Details
In an official statement released by the Atlanta Hawks organization, fans planning to attend the game at State Farm Arena are advised that doors will open for entry at 12:30 p.m., precisely one hour before the revised game time. The franchise has confirmed that all original tickets and parking passes will remain valid for entry, including any tickets that have been transferred between parties. This six-hour schedule change, announced with relatively short notice, may pose logistical challenges for some attendees who had made evening arrangements.
Team Momentum and Historical Context
The schedule change comes as the Atlanta Hawks enter the contest with renewed confidence, having recently snapped a frustrating five-game losing streak with an impressive 110-103 road victory over the Phoenix Suns. Historically, the Hawks have dominated this particular matchup, boasting three consecutive victories against the Pacers. Furthermore, Atlanta appears to hold a substantial advantage on paper, as the Indiana Pacers currently possess what is reportedly the worst record in the entire NBA this season.
Broadcast and Viewing Options
For fans unable to attend in person, multiple viewing and listening options are available. The game will be televised regionally on the FanDuel Sports Network Southeast (FDSNSE). Radio coverage can be found on Sports Radio 92.9 the Game (WZGC-FM). Additionally, live streaming will be accessible through the FanDuel Sports Network mobile application, Fubo, NBA League Pass, and YouTube TV platforms.
Projected Starting Lineups
Atlanta Hawks
- PG: Dyson Daniels
- SG: Nickeil Alexander-Walker
- SF: Corey Kispert
- PF: Jalen Johnson
- C: Onyeka Okongwu
Indiana Pacers
- PG: Andrew Nembhard
- SG: Ben Sheppard
- SF: Aaron Nesmith
- PF: Pascal Siakam
- C: Jay Huff
Official Injury Report
Atlanta Hawks
- Zaccharie Risacher: Out (Knee)
- Kristaps Porzingis: Out (Achilles)
- N'Faly Dante: Out (Will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee)
Indiana Pacers
- Quenton Jackson: Day-to-day (Ankle)
- Bennedict Mathurin: Out (Thumb)
- Obi Toppin: Out (Will undergo surgery to place a screw in his right foot)
- Tyrese Haliburton: Out (Recovering from surgery on his right Achilles tendon)
Game Analysis and Prediction
While the Atlanta Hawks' offense has experienced notable struggles in recent outings, there are signs of improvement. The team currently ranks first in the league for assists per game and tenth in points per game. However, they sit 25th in rebounds and 17th in turnovers per contest. Their overall offensive rating for the season is 22nd, indicating a generally inconsistent scoring efficiency.
Conversely, the Indiana Pacers present a stark contrast. After fielding one of the most potent offenses in basketball during the previous season, the team has reportedly suffered a significant collapse. Their statistical rankings are concerning: 29th in points per game, 22nd in rebounds, 20th in assists, and 12th in turnovers. Most tellingly, the Pacers currently hold the lowest offensive rating in the entire NBA. Given the Hawks' recent victory, historical dominance in the series, and the Pacers' profound struggles, Atlanta is positioned as the clear favorite heading into this weather-adjusted afternoon showdown.
