Knicks vs Hawks
Fri, Jan 2
Final
Knicks
Knicks
(23 - 10)
99
-
111
Hawks
Hawks
(16 - 19)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knicks | 30 | 17 | 23 | 29 | 99 |
| Hawks | 33 | 27 | 34 | 17 | 111 |
Venue: Madison Square Garden
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Jalen Brunson
NYK | #11 | G
24
2
5
Jalen Johnson
ATL | #1 | F
18
10
11
Smart Game Analysis
New York Knicks has a 72% chance of winning the game
The Knicks are positioned to secure a home victory behind their superior rebounding and top-tier offense against a defensively struggling Hawks squad.
Key Analysis
- • New York's depth is tested with key rotation player Josh Hart ruled out due to an ankle injury.
- • Atlanta's offensive engine remains uncertain with star guard Trae Young listed as questionable with a quad contusion.
- • The Knicks hold a significant advantage on the glass, averaging 46.1 rebounds compared to Atlanta's 24th-ranked 41.6 boards per game.
- • New York's offense ranks 3rd in the league at 121.2 points per game, posing a severe threat to Atlanta's porous defense.
- • The Knicks recently defeated the Hawks 128-125 in Atlanta, showcasing their ability to exploit this specific matchup.
- • Atlanta must leverage the return of Kristaps Porzingis to space the floor and counteract New York's interior size.
