My interest always is raised when I see the better team getting points. That's the case in this matchup. It's a series the Hawks have dominated beating the Jazz nine of the past 10 times.

Both teams halted losing skids with big victories on Wednesday. The Jazz have back point guard George Hill, but aren't likely to have big man Derrick Favors.

The Hawks average eight more points per game than the Jazz. Utah is the stingiest defensive team in the league, but the Hawks have a top-seven defense. Atlanta gets excellent ball movement ranking third in assists per game and in assists on made baskets percentage.

A rejuvenated Dwight Howard provides the Hawks with the necessary inside presence to counter the physical Jazz. Howard ranks in the top-five in the NBA in rebounds, field goal percentage and is eighth in blocks.

It's a huge NBA menu today with every team in action. This game has the second-lowest total. Points will be at a premium so getting this many is big.