Knicks Seek to Maintain Dominance Against the Atlanta Hawks After Narrow Loss in San Antonio; Hawks Aim to Build on Victory but Face Tough Road Test

The New York Knicks recently lost a close away game against the San Antonio Spurs, with the final score being 134-132. Despite leading for much of the game and building a 19-point lead, the Knicks were unable to secure the win. The Atlanta Hawks, on the other hand, enjoyed a home victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, winning 126-102. The Hawks, despite facing a strong Timberwolves team, found their rhythm early, showcasing strong perimeter defense and fluid team offense. The New York Knicks currently hold a record of 23 wins and 10 losses, positioning them second in the Eastern Conference. Their home performance is particularly impressive, with a record of 16 wins and 2 losses, giving them an 88.9% win rate. They average a net efficiency of 11.6 points at home, making their home court a formidable arena. In their last ten games, the Knicks have won seven and lost three, averaging a high-scoring 125.3 points per game. The Atlanta Hawks are currently tenth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 16 wins and 19 losses. Their recent form has been concerning, with only 2 wins in their last ten games. Although they won their last game, the team was previously on an 8-game losing streak. Given their recent struggles, the Hawks are not favoured in this away game. Therefore, the prediction for this match is New York Knicks -7.5 wins.