Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Hawks vs Knicks prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in New York.

  • The Hawks come in at 22-19.
  • The Hawks are averaging 117.2 points per game so far.
  • The Hawks are coming off a 119-115 win vs. the Knicks.
  • The Knicks are set to host the Hawks at 27-16.
  • Defensively, New York are giving up 111.1 points per game.
  • The Knicks are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Hawks.

Hawks vs Knicks Prediction

At 3:00 ET, the Knicks (-250) will host the Hawks (+207) in a game that will be played at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks are favored by 6.5 points and have a record of 27-16, which is good for 3rd in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks have won three straight games and are 22-19 on the year.

This Eastern Conference matchup can be seen on MSG.

Hawks vs. Knicks Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Atlanta Hawks at New York Knicks
  • Where: New York at Madison Square Garden
  • Date: Monday, January 20th
  • Betting Odds NY -6.5, ATL +207 | NY -250 O/U 235

Hawks Preview: Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough in New York?

The Hawks improved to 22-19 this season with a 119-115 win over the Celtics on Saturday. Atlanta was +9.5 point underdogs going into the game and not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were set at 237.5, but the teams combined for 234 points, falling just short of the over/under.

Atlanta’s comeback started in the 2nd quarter, where they outscored Boston 31-15 after trailing 33-21 in the 1st. The Celtics bounced back in the 3rd, taking a 78-73 lead into the final quarter, but the Hawks responded by outscoring Boston 31-26 in the 4th to seal the win.

Trae Young led the Hawks with 28 points and 11 assists in their win over the Celtics, adding 11 points in the 4th quarter. Dyson Daniels contributed 23 points on 78.6% shooting, while Onyeka Okongwu added 19 points and 13 rebounds, scoring 11 points in the 2nd quarter and 5 in overtime.

The Hawks shot 47.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 9 threes at a 24.3% rate. Okongwu made 2 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep, while Young connected on 3 threes at 30%.

Despite giving up 33 points in the 1st quarter, the Hawks tightened up defensively in the 2nd, allowing just 15 points, which helped them secure a win over the Celtics. Overall, Atlanta held Boston to 38% shooting from the field.

The Hawks also limited the Celtics to 28% from beyond the arc, with Boston hitting 15 threes. Atlanta finished with 9 steals and 10 blocks on the defensive end.

Knicks Preview: Can the Knicks Pull Off a Home Win?

The Hawks improved to 22-19 this season with a 119-115 win over the Celtics on Saturday. Atlanta, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game finished at 234, just under the 237.5 O/U line.

After falling behind 33-21 in the 1st quarter, Atlanta responded by outscoring Boston 31-15 in the 2nd quarter. The Celtics regained control in the 3rd, but the Hawks rallied in the 4th, outscoring Boston 31-26 to seal the win.

In their 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves, the Knicks shot just 38.9% from the field, though they connected on 41.2% of their threes, making 14 from beyond the arc. Jalen Brunson led the way with 26 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter, and he added 5 assists.

Cameron Payne and OG Anunoby each added 18 points, with Payne hitting 4 threes at an 80% clip. Payne scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Anunoby added 10 points in the 3rd.

The Knicks struggled defensively against the Timberwolves, allowing 116 points on 53% shooting. Their toughest quarters were the 2nd and 4th, where they gave up 35 points in each. The 3rd quarter was a bright spot, with New York holding Minnesota to just 18 points.

From beyond the arc, the Timberwolves hit 22 threes at a 55% clip. The Knicks sent Minnesota to the line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws. New York finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 10 steals, and 4 blocks.

Hawks vs Knicks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Through their last five road games, Atlanta has an ATS record of just 2-3. However, their overall record was 3-2 while averaging 114 points per game.
  • Through their last ten home games, New York has an ATS record of just 6-4. However, their overall record was 8-2 while averaging 117 points per game.
  • The Hawks have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 3-0 straight up and 3-0 against the spread.
  • Looking back on the team's last ten games as the favorite, the Knicks have a straight up record of 6-4. Their record vs the spread in these games was 5-5.

Hawks vs Knicks Prediction

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