The New York Knicks will play against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. This is Game 3 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. The game is set for Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
The Knicks recently played two games against the Hawks. They won the first game 113-102 but lost the second game by one point, 107-106. Jalen Brunson has been a key player, scoring 28 and 29 points in these games.
The Hawks managed to win their last game against the Knicks by a single point. CJ McCollum led the team with 32 points in that game. Before this, they lost to the Knicks in Game 1 and had a tough loss against the Miami Heat earlier in April.
Hawks Preview
The Atlanta Hawks are led by head coach Quin Snyder. They play in the Eastern Conference and are part of the Southeast Division. In the 2026 regular season, the Hawks had a record of 46 wins and 36 losses. They ranked first in their division and sixth in the conference.
During the regular season, the Hawks won 24 games at home and 22 games away. In their last 10 games, they had the same record as their overall season, 46-36. Their current streak is one loss. In the postseason, they have a 1-1 record so far.
The Hawks’ recent games include a win against the New York Knicks with a score of 107-106. CJ McCollum was a standout player in this game, scoring 32 points. In another game against the Knicks, the Hawks lost 102-113. Jalen Johnson scored 23 points in this game.
In the postseason, the Hawks average 104.5 points per game. They have a field goal percentage of 46.4 and make 11.5 three-pointers per game. On defense, they allow 109.5 points per game and have 7 steals per game. Their field goal percentage allowed is 46.1.
Knicks Preview
The New York Knicks had a strong regular season in 2026. They finished with a record of 53-29. At home, they were even better, winning 30 out of 40 games. Their away record was 23-19, showing they could compete on the road as well.
In the postseason, the Knicks have played two games so far. They have a record of 1-1 in the playoffs. Both games were at home against the Atlanta Hawks. They won the first game by 11 points but lost the second game by just one point.
Jalen Brunson has been a key player for the Knicks. In the postseason, he is averaging 28.5 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns is also contributing with 21.5 points per game and 8 rebounds per game. Josh Hart is leading the team in rebounds, averaging 13.5 per game.
The Knicks are performing well in several areas. They are scoring 109.5 points per game in the playoffs. Their field goal percentage is 46.1%, and they are making 39% of their three-point shots. Defensively, they are allowing 104.5 points per game, which ranks them 8th in the playoffs.
Statistical Breakdown for Hawks vs Knicks
Key stats that could shape this game include the scoring and defensive abilities of both teams. The Knicks score 109.5 points per game, while the Hawks score 104.5 points. Defensively, the Knicks allow 104.5 points per game, and the Hawks allow 109.5 points. Rebounding and shooting percentages will also play a role, with the Knicks having a slight edge in rebounds and three-point shooting.
- Knicks Points Per Game: 109.5
- Hawks Points Per Game: 104.5
- Knicks Points Allowed Per Game: 104.5
- Hawks Points Allowed Per Game: 109.5
- Knicks Rebounds Per Game: 46.0
- Hawks Rebounds Per Game: 38.0
- Knicks Three-Point Percentage: 39.0%
- Hawks Three-Point Percentage: 34.3%
Betting Insights
As the game approaches, bettors are looking at key trends to make informed decisions. These insights can help predict how the game might unfold. Here are the top trends to consider:
- The away team has covered the spread in 4 of their last 5 games.
- The home team has hit the over in 3 of their last 4 games.
- The away team has gone under the total in 6 of their last 8 games.
- The home team has covered the spread in 5 of their last 7 games.
- The away team has hit the over in 2 of their last 3 games.
Free Betting Prediction for Hawks vs Knicks
The game between the Atlanta Hawks and the New York Knicks looks to be close. The Knicks have a slight edge in scoring and defense. They score 109.5 points per game and allow 104.5 points. The Hawks score 104.5 points and allow 109.5 points. This difference could be key in the outcome.
Rebounding and shooting are also important. The Knicks average 46 rebounds per game, while the Hawks average 38. The Knicks also have a better three-point percentage at 39%. These stats suggest the Knicks might have an advantage in controlling the game flow.
Considering the trends and stats, the Knicks might have the upper hand. They have covered the spread in 4 of their last 5 games. The Hawks have hit the over in 3 of their last 4 games. With these factors, the Knicks are likely to win by a small margin.
- Our Free Prediction: Knicks -1.0
