Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers Preview and Prediction - Oct. 31 | 2026 NBA Emirates Cup

The Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers matchup is one of eight games scheduled on Friday. This is the opening night of the 2026 NBA Emirates Cup, and both teams will be looking to get off on a great start to the in-season tournament, not to mention improve their regular season win-loss records.

On the one hand, the Hawks (2-3) have their eyes set on getting to .500 before the week ends. On the other hand, the Pacers (0-4) are still searching for their first regular season win this season.

Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers Preview, Odds, Betting Tips, and Prediction

Moneyline: Hawks (-140) vs Pacers (+120)

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Spread: Hawks (-2.5) vs Pacers (+2.5)

Total: Hawks -110 (o231.0) vs Pacers -110 (u231.0)

Editor's note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers preview

On Wednesday, the Hawks snapped a two-game skid by defeating the Brooklyn Nets 117-112. Jalen Johnson had 23 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and one steal in this game.

On the same day, the Pacers lost 107-105 to the Dallas Mavericks. This is their fourth consecutive loss at the start of the season. Pascal Siakam had 27 points, 13 rebounds, and three assists.

Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers predicted starting lineups

Hawks

PG: Luke Kennard | SG: Dyson Daniels | SF: Jalen Johnson | PF: Zaccharie Risacher | C: Kristaps Porzingis

Pacers

PG: Ben Sheppard | SG: Aaron Nesmith | SF: Pascal Siakam | PF: Jarace Walker | C: Isaiah Jackson

Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers betting tips

Aaron Nesmith's point total is set at 15.5, while Jarace Walker's point total is set at 14.5. Nesmith and Walker scored five points and 20 points, respectively, in the loss to the Mavs.

Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers prediction

The Hawks are favored to win this Emirates Cup matchup against the Pacers on Friday. Though the Pacers will have homecourt advantage, the Hawks have proven themselves to be a more cohesive unit thus far. Aside from Johnson's impressive production and Trae Young's leadership, Atlanta's bench unit has also shown up, with the likes of Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard finding ways to contribute solid numbers.

Edited by Simoun Victor Redoblado