Hawks vs Spurs NBA Preseason Prediction and Preview, Oct 8
The Hawks and Spurs meet in a preseason game on Thursday, October 8, at 8:00 PM ET in San Antonio.
Price: Spurs 73¢, Hawks 27¢ (Polymarket, as of Thu 6:41 AM ET)
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What the price says
The Spurs are heavy favorites at 73¢, with the Hawks at 27¢. That is up 5¢ from the Spurs’ opening price of 68¢. With availability unclear until close to tip, expect this price to move.
Who will play, and for how long
Expect the regulars for a stint in each half at most, and some may sit out. The fourth quarter usually belongs to rookies, two-way players and camp invites trying to win a roster spot, so the final score often says little about either team.
Availability
As of Thu 6:41 AM ET. Statuses can change up to tip; in preseason, teams often rest healthy players without listing them.
Henri Veesaar (Hawks): Out, right knee, expected back Jul 1
Aaron Wiggins (Hawks): Day-To-Day, not specified lips, expected back Oct 8
Luguentz Dort (Hawks): Day-To-Day, right knee, expected back Oct 8
CJ McCollum (Hawks): Day-To-Day, nose, expected back Oct 8
Mouhamed Gueye (Hawks): Day-To-Day, left foot, expected back Oct 21
The rotations, by last season’s numbers
Last season’s numbers on this season’s rosters. In preseason they show who the regulars are, not how long they will play.
Hawks
Jalen Johnson: 35.2 min, 27.0% usage, .581 TS%, 72 games
Nickeil Alexander-Walker: 33.4 min, 23.9% usage, .610 TS%, 78 games
Dyson Daniels: 33.2 min, 16.0% usage, .542 TS%, 76 games
Onyeka Okongwu: 31.0 min, 19.5% usage, .592 TS%, 74 games
CJ McCollum: 29.8 min, 25.7% usage, .566 TS%, 76 games
Spurs
De'Aaron Fox: 31.0 min, 24.9% usage, .578 TS%, 72 games
Devin Vassell: 30.5 min, 18.0% usage, .574 TS%, 67 games
Stephon Castle: 30.0 min, 24.9% usage, .575 TS%, 68 games
Victor Wembanyama: 29.2 min, 32.4% usage, .626 TS%, 64 games
Tobias Harris: 27.7 min, 18.8% usage, .574 TS%, 63 games (new, was DET)
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FAQ
Is Jalen Johnson playing tonight?
Jalen Johnson was not on the injury report as of Thu 6:41 AM ET. That matters less in preseason than who the coach decides to rest. Watch the Hawks pregame session, 60 to 90 minutes out.
Is Victor Wembanyama playing tonight?
Victor Wembanyama was not on the injury report as of Thu 6:41 AM ET. Either way, expect a short night: he averaged 29.2 minutes last season, and preseason starters often play half that.
Who is favored in Hawks vs Spurs?
The Spurs, by 46¢ on Polymarket. NBA MARKET shows whether Kalshi has either side cheaper.
When and where is Hawks vs Spurs?
Thursday, October 8, at 8:00 PM ET, in San Antonio.
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