The New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks are set to continue their playoff series with Game 3 at State Farm Arena. This best-of-7 series is currently tied at 1-1. The Knicks are coming off a close loss to the Hawks, 107-106, in Game 2. Head Coach Mike Brown will aim to lead his team to a road win to regain the series lead.
The Hawks, under Head Coach Quin Snyder, managed to even the series with their victory in New York. CJ McCollum led the way for Atlanta in Game 2 with 32 points. The team will look to use their home-court advantage to gain the upper hand in the series. Tip-off is set for Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM on Amaz.
New York Knicks Team Preview
The New York Knicks are averaging 109.5 points per game in the postseason. They are ranked 9th in points per game and 10th in field goal percentage at 46.1%. Their strong performance from beyond the arc is evident, with a three-point percentage of 39.0%, placing them 5th.
Jalen Brunson has been the top performer for the Knicks, averaging 28.5 points and 7.0 assists in the postseason. Karl-Anthony Towns is also contributing with 21.5 points and 8.0 rebounds per game. OG Anunoby, despite an ankle sprain, is expected to play and adds 16.0 points and 8.0 rebounds.
Defensively, the Knicks allow 104.5 points per game, which is 8th best. They are effective in limiting opponent shooting, allowing a three-point percentage of 34.3%. They also excel in rebounding, with 46.0 rebounds per game, ranking them 5th in the league.
Atlanta Hawks Team Preview
The Atlanta Hawks are coming off a close win against the New York Knicks. They scored 107 points and had a field goal percentage of 49.4. CJ McCollum led the team with 32 points and 6 assists.
In the first game against the Knicks, the Hawks lost by 11 points. They scored 102 points with a field goal percentage of 43.7. Jalen Johnson stood out with 23 points and 7 rebounds.
During the regular season, Jalen Johnson was a key player for the Hawks. He averaged 22.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game. The Hawks rank 14th in points per game and 8th in field goal percentage during the postseason.
Betting Prediction
The Knicks have an edge in this game. They allow only 104.5 points per game, which is better than the Hawks’ 109.5 points allowed. Defense will be a key factor.
The Knicks score 109.5 points per game, which ranks them 9th. Their three-point shooting is strong at 39.0%. This could make a difference against the Hawks’ defense, which allows 39.0% from three-point range.
Rebounding is another area where the Knicks excel. They average 46.0 rebounds per game, placing them 5th. The Hawks rank lower with 38.0 rebounds per game, giving the Knicks an advantage on the boards.
- Pick: Knicks -1.5
