Hawks vs Knicks NBA Pick: Atlanta Looks To Take A 2-1 Lead (Apr 23)

• The Hawks rallied to get a road split in Game 2.
• Meanwhile, New York will attempt to reclaim home-court advantage.
• These teams previously met on Apr. 20, with the Hawks claiming a 107-106 victory.

One of Thursday’s NBA playoff matchups features the Atlanta Hawks hosting the New York Knicks in Game 3 of this first-round playoff series. Who has the edge in our Hawks vs Knicks pick?

Atlanta vs New York Game 3 Preview

The Hawks were 1-2 against the Knicks during the regular season and lost by double digits in the opener. However, the series is knotted at 1-1 after Atlanta pulled off a 107-106 victory in Game 2.

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New York held a 12-point advantage through three quarters, but the game was far from over. Atlanta rallied in the final frame to pull ahead for the first time in the second half, and led 107-106 after CJ McCollum missed a pair of free throws. Fortunately, Mikal Bridges’ jumper was off the mark as the buzzer expired, enabling the road team to escape with an improbable win.

McCollum scored a team-high 32 points, along with six assists and three rebounds. Jonathan Kuminga spearheaded the second unit’s scoring with 19 points on 7-for-12 shooting from the field.

On the other side, six players reached double figures for New York. Jalen Brunson led the way with 29 points and seven assists. Karl-Anthony Towns added 18 points and eight rebounds.

Will the Hawks build on their momentum to take a 2-1 lead, or can New York respond with a road win?

Hawks vs Knicks NBA Pick

Atlanta enters this contest as a slight 1.5-point favorite. Here’s a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of Game 3.

• The Hawks are 14-6 straight-up (SU) in their last 20 games.
• Atlanta is 2-4 ATS in its previous six contests.
• The Knicks are 6-2 (SU) in their last eight outings.
• New York is 6-1 ATS in its previous seven matchups.

The Hawks have dropped six of the previous eight meetings in this series and are just 1-6 against New York in their last seven home games. That said, look for the Knicks to bounce back.