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Hawks vs Magic preview: Atlanta looks for fourth straight win in Orlando

The Atlanta Hawks look to keep it rolling on Sunday when they travel to the Amway Center to face the Orlando Magic.

Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

The Atlanta Hawks look to keep the momentum going on Sunday when they take on the Orlando Magic. Atlanta has won three straight after a stretch of five losses in six games to close out January.

Atlanta's offense has returned to form during their current winning streak averaging over 112 points per game. That includes a hard fought victory on Friday over the Indiana Pacers. Paul Millsap led the way with 24 points as Atlanta defeated Indiana for the first time this season.

The Orlando Magic were a pleasant surprise during the early part of the season but have watched their season go off the rails over the last month. The Magic come into Sunday's game 12th in the East Standings at 21-28. They have lost three straight and nine of their last 10 games.

Atlanta won the first two meetings this season and has dominated Orlando of late. The Hawks ground out a 103-100 win in Orlando in December and blew out the Magic 98-81 at Philips Arena in January.

Atlanta will be without reserve center Tiago Splitter for the fourth straight game due to a hip injury. With Splitter sidelined, Mike Muscala has saw an increase in playing time and has been a positive contributor during the winning streak. The Magic will be without guard C.J. Watson who is out with a calf injury

Game Info

Game Date/Time: Sunday, February 7, 1 p.m. ET

Location: Amway Center, Orlando, Florida

TV: Fox Sports Southeast

Radio: 92.9 "The Game" FM