Atlanta Hawks' recent form has been concerning, with a record of 2 wins and 8 losses in their last 10 games. Their performance has seen a dip in both offense and defence, leading to a decline in their overall record. In contrast, New York Knicks have been in excellent form, boasting a record of 8 wins and 2 losses in their last 10 games. They have shown a significant improvement in both offence and defense, and their recent performances have been impressive. The New York Knicks' offense is the 4th highest in the league with an average of 120.3 points, and the defense ranks 10th in the league with an efficiency of 111.5. In their Christmas Day match, the Knicks came back from 17 points down to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 126-124, which boosted their morale. However, the Atlanta Hawks are struggling, especially in defense, where they have conceded a concerning 132.6 points per game in their last five matches, with a defensive efficiency of just 116.8, ranking 20th in the league. Even with Trae Young's return, the Atlanta Hawks' record has worsened, with only 2 wins in the 9 games he has played, a win rate of only 22.2%. The New York Knicks' roster is relatively complete. Given the significant difference in recent form and the Hawks' defensive struggles, it's a critical moment for the Atlanta Hawks to improve their performance.