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New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 5, 2025

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Apr 5, 2025 3:37 PM
The New York Knicks, sitting comfortably in third place in the Eastern Conference, travel to the State Farm Arena to take on the Atlanta Hawks, who are fighting for a playoff spot with a current eighth-place standing. The Hawks will look to capitalize on their decent home record (19-18) to even the regular season series, which is currently tied at 2-2. The matchup is set for Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks

Current Odds

NY
ATL
Over
246.5
-107
Under
248.5
-110
NY
-21.5
-115
ATL
+24.5
-105
NY
ML
-10000
ATL
ML
+9000

Knicks vs Hawks statistics

Stat Knicks Hawks
Streak L1 L2
Last Ten Games 6-4 4-6
Points Per Game 116.1 117.8
Rebounds Per Game 42.9 44.5
Assists Per Game 27.4 29.4
Blocks Per Game 3.9 5.2
Steals Per Game 8.1 9.8
Field Goal % 48.7 46.9
Three Point % 36.8 35.5

Atlanta Hawks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/2/25 @ Dallas Mavericks L 120-118
4/1/25 vs Portland Trail Blazers L 127-113
3/30/25 @ Milwaukee Bucks W 145-124
3/27/25 @ Miami Heat L 122-112
3/25/25 @ Houston Rockets L 121-114

New York Knicks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/2/25 @ Cleveland Cavaliers L 124-105
4/1/25 vs Philadelphia 76ers W 105-91
3/30/25 vs Portland Trail Blazers W 110-93
3/28/25 @ Milwaukee Bucks W 116-107
3/26/25 vs LA Clippers L 126-113

Atlanta Hawks injuries

  • Trae Young (PG): Day-To-Day
  • Jacob Toppin (F): Out
  • Larry Nance Jr. (PF): Out
  • Clint Capela (C): Out
  • Jalen Johnson (SF): Out

New York Knicks injuries

  • Mitchell Robinson (C): Day-To-Day
  • Cameron Payne (PG): Out
  • Jalen Brunson (PG): Out
  • Miles McBride (PG): Out
  • Ariel Hukporti (C): Out

Knicks vs Hawks game info

Type Info
Venue State Farm Arena
Location Atlanta, GA
Tip-off Sat 3:00 PM
TV FanDuel SN SE

Knicks vs Hawks predictions

When the New York Knicks hit the court against the Atlanta Hawks, fans should keep an eye on Karl-Anthony Towns and his towering presence. Expect Towns to be the rebounding machine he's known to be, likely grabbing around 13 boards while also contributing significantly on the scoring front with around 25 points. Mikal Bridges isn't expected to shy away from the spotlight either; his consistent performance could see him dropping near 19 points and dishing out a few assists. Although Jalen Brunson might be on the sidelines due to an ankle sprain, players like Josh Hart and OG Anunoby will surely step up. Hart, with his hustling play style, might very well scrap for a double-double, balancing points and rebounds. Anunoby’s defensive prowess will likely make an impression, featuring a few steals and solid contributions on both ends of the court.

Over on the Atlanta Hawks’ side, Trae Young’s dynamic play could set the tempo for the squad. Despite a lingering day-to-day status, you can't count Young out—he's always a threat with his explosive scoring and symphonic assists. I'd wager he could be looking at providing around 24 points and 10 assists, as he orchestrates the Hawks’ offensive symphony. Then there's Onyeka Okongwu, whose rebounding and inside presence should not be underestimated. I wouldn't be surprised if he snags a solid number of boards while quietly but confidently contributing on offense. Youngsters like Dyson Daniels could also make pivotal plays, with an expected contribution of approximately 15 points and a few steals to spice things up.

So, who’s going to walk away with the W in Atlanta? It's a tough call given the regular season series is tied at 2-2, but the Knicks might have a slight edge here. Their strong road record suggests they've been thriving away from Madison Square Garden. With Towns patrolling the paint and their cohesive unit stepping up in Brunson's absence, I reckon the Knicks will eke out a victory, albeit a closely contested one. Of course, never underestimate the fiery spirit of Trae Young and the home advantage for the Hawks. This one might go down to the wire! What do you think? Will the Big Apple squad prevail, or will the Hawks soar to victory at State Farm Arena?

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