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Net rating (offensive minus defensive rating) diff (20g) (-11.3%)

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The model gives Atlanta a 65% edge on the road — not a blowout call, but a clear lean. Atlanta has an edge in net rating (offensive minus defensive rating) diff (20g). Atlanta's Elo rating of -176 marks them as the stronger squad on paper. Miami Heat is down 4 rotation players, including Pelle Larsson, which lowers its expected scoring availability to 70%, while atlanta Hawks is missing Nickeil Alexander-Walker, its top scorer, and 6 other rotation players, which materially cuts into its scoring depth.

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