The Atlanta Hawks and Memphis Grizzlies face off tonight, with Atlanta counting on Trae Young to break out of a scoring slump while the Grizzlies aim to maintain their offensive prowess despite inconsistent defense. Young has struggled to score over 20 points in his last three games, a significant concern for the Hawks, especially with Georges Niang sidelined. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies lead the NBA in points per game, but their defense has been lackluster, ranking near the bottom in points allowed.

Onyeka Okongwu had a strong game against the Thunder and faces a tough challenge against Jaren Jackson Jr., who is having a standout season and is a frontrunner for Defensive Player of the Year. The Hawks' success hinges on Young and Okongwu stepping up, particularly against Memphis’s formidable frontcourt. The absence of Niang and reliance on developing players could put additional pressure on Atlanta's offense.