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Posted: **Mon Jan 23, 2023 1:52 pm**

Atlanta Hawks vs. Chicago Bulls Scouting Report

The Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls have had almost mirror-image seasons of each other. They split their two prior matchups - both winning a game on a buzzer-beater. They have both played overseas. Also, injuries are at least partially to blame for their fringe playoff status.

With over half the regular season in the rearview mirror, both teams cannot afford to drop winnable games. It is safe to expect a fast-paced game with plenty of scoring tonight. The outcome of the game could hinge on which All-Star backcourt plays better. DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine have led Chicago with roughly 26 and 24 points per game, respectively. Meanwhile, Trae Young and Dejounte Murray average 27 and 21 points per game, respectively.

Both teams are desperate to make up lost ground, and they just happen to match up with each other perfectly. There is a solid chance they end up facing off in the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament, which only intensifies the need to finish on top and win the season series.

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