- What: NBA Regular Season Game
- When: February 12, 2025
- Who: Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks
- Time: 4:40 p.m. PST
- Where: Madison Square Garden (Manhattan, NY)
Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks head to Madison Square Garden for another showdown against the New York Knicks.
Atlanta
The Hawks lead the season series 2-1, but both teams have been playing well recently. Trae Young’s status is questionable due to an Achilles injury, but his competitive spirit suggests he’ll play.
His performance will be crucial for the Hawks. The Hawks have been covering consistently, and Young’s potential impact, combined with the Knicks playing on a back-to-back, makes them an attractive option.
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The Hawks are riding a three-game winning streak and have secured victories in four of their last five matchups, most recently defeating the Magic 112-106 in Orlando on Monday.
Atlanta has been particularly strong on the road, winning their last three away games.
They’ve also been impressive against the spread, covering in six consecutive games, including four on the road, and boasting an outstanding 8-1 ATS record over their past nine contests.
New York
The Knicks are playing their second game in as many nights as possible, which could impact their energy levels. Jalen Brunson struggled in their last game but has a history of success against the Hawks.
The Hawks will miss Jalen Johnson’s defensive versatility, which could leave them exposed. The Hawks are 4-1 in their last 5 games, while the Knicks are 8-2 in their last 10.
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The Knicks are one of just two teams in the league boasting both a top-five scoring offense and a top-10 scoring defense this season. They currently rank fourth in the league with an average of 117.8 points per game, while their defense sits ninth, allowing 111.8 points per game.
In their most recent game, the Knicks secured a 119-110 victory over the Hawks on January 20 at Madison Square Garden, with Jalen Brunson leading the way with 34 points and Mikal Bridges adding 26 points.
Hawks-Knicks Best Bet
This will be a competitive matchup between two in-form teams. While the Knicks are favored, the Hawks have the potential to keep the game close, especially if Trae Young can deliver a strong performance.
The history of these two makes me side with the underdog Hawks. There’s too many points on the board in this one. The Hawks +7.5 points is the best bet in this one.
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