Ny Knicks vs Hawks Prediction and Betting Tips 12 Dec 2024 - NBA Prediction
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11.12.2024 17:30
Ny Knicks vs Hawks Prediction
As the New York Knicks enter this matchup having been one of the strongest teams at every position, they play an Atlanta Hawks unit that has shown life over their last couple of matchups. With this Knicks unit coming off a tough 9-point loss to Detroit, the Hawks got blown out by Denver last time out. This game will be played on December 12th at 5:30 A.M. IST in Madison Square Garden in New York City. Below are our key betting tips, top player props, head-to-head trends, and vital injuries to create an accurate prediction for this game.
Ny Knicks vs Hawks Key Betting Tips & Predictions
1. New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks Moneyline Pick
As the moneyline is -305 for the Knicks, they should win this game because of their prowess as a strong starting five. Led by Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges in the backcourt, this duo should have a much higher total score than Trae Young plus Dyson Daniels. As Josh Hart brings more energy as a rebounder and defender than De’Andre Hunter, this Knicks unit has one of the best two-way players in O.G. Annunoby to lockdown, Larry Nance Jr., with Jalen Johnson most likely out. Having Karl Anthony-Towns at center, this unit should have a much stronger rebounder and finisher than Clint Capela. Seeing this, the Knicks should easily win their -305 money line and start a new winning trend vs Atlanta.
2. New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks Point Spread Pick
Seeing that the New York Knicks have a -7.5 spread in this matchup, it should be taken as they are the much more complete unit. As Jalen Brunson leads the way with his amazing passing and aggressiveness to get near the hoop, his deep shooting is a key threat too. Going up versus Trae Young, the Knicks point guard should score with ease and find the open man against a very weak defender. Even though Young will provide an incredible number of assists in this matchup, he won’t be able to match Jalen Brunson’s scoring prowess. Seeing that he is someone who defends well too, Brunson should get vital steals against Young that turn into transition layups with his quickness. Knowing that Mikal Bridges starts as a shooting guard, his prowess to score will be a rare advantage against stealing machine Dyson Daniels as he has a bigger size factor. Someone who can rebound and create for others as well, Bridges remains this unit’s best all-around factor due to his impact on defense. Someone who will look to lock up Daniels's three-point shooting as a closeout wing defender, he should also create many forced turnovers. Seeing that Josh Hart brings a massive rebounding presence to this unit, his ability to fight for every loose ball and play side-to-side defense will limit De’Andre Hunter. Even though Hunter is a solid scorer in his own right, Hart’s length will get to him and create chances for the Knicks' small forward to finish coast-to-coast with dunks. Knowing that O.G. Annunoby is this Knicks' top two-way player, his hustle on both ends and ability to create from many areas for scores will dominate Larry Nance Jr. As Karl Anthony-Towns continues playing at an MVP form in the middle, it should continue against Clint Capela and give the Knicks a -7.5 spread victory.
3. New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks Over/Under Pick (Total Points)
With the over/under being at 236.5 points, both units should produce offense at very high levels due to their elite pieces. As Atlanta is led by one of the best passing point guards who can create deep looks and score inside himself, their shooting guard has turned into a much stronger jump shooter. Having a small forward that can hit his perimeter looks, their group will be without a key scoring power forward. Having a center that can provide layups or skyhooks, this unit will face one of the most athletic and unguardable point guards in New York. As the Knicks' shooting guard remains a great force that can score from nearly everywhere, their small forward brings high-energy dunks to the unit. Knowing their power forward has become a much improved inside scorer, his ability to hit outside shots will be there alongside a center that’s their main offensive threat. With their last game combined for 237 points, this matchup will hit the over once again.
New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks Top Player Props
Jalen Brunson over 24.0 points at 1.67: As the Knicks point guard continues providing great looks from inside, his ability to create long-range shots makes him unstoppable. Being someone who can dominate Trae Young’s defense, Brunson will be able to create pretty easily from everywhere. Averaging 25.4 points a night, he should go well over his season average in this game.
Clint Capela under 12.0 points at 1.75: Looking at the Hawks center struggling to produce in the middle, he will have another rough scoring night. Someone who will be locked up by a bigger Karl Anthony-Towns, he will get blocked and put in traps multiple times near the basket. As Capela averages 10.2 points per, he will be under his total per game during this matchup.
New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks Injury News & Impact
New York Knicks Injuries: With Mitchell Robinson, 8.5 rebounds, ruled out due to an ankle injury, this Knicks roster will finally get back Cameron Payne to help their depth.
Atlanta Hawks Injuries: As the Hawks have no Jalen Johnson because of a shoulder injury, they will be even more depleted with Bogdan Bogandovic, 12.4 points, out due to a quadriceps issue.
Ny Knicks vs Hawks Head-to-Head Trends
Although the Hawks have won two straight games against New York, this Knicks unit will start building a streak of their own after being the more favorable team. Scoring over 100 points in 7 straight games, this squad has averaged 112.5 during their last 4. Having been 5-3 against the spread during 8 previous matchups, they hope to continue growing on this record.
Betting Insights & Public Trends
Looking at the current public trends, this Knicks unit is favored by 75.2% of bettors to beat Atlanta.
Ny Knicks vs Hawks Final Prediction
As the Knicks have entered this game on quite a hot streak, they will look to take out their previous Pistons loss with an urge against this weaker Hawks unit. Although this Atlanta squad has had several big victories against them in past times, this Knicks unit hopes to change a chapter in their favor. With Jalen Brunson leading them at point guard, his ability to create layups and floaters inside is a great base with his quickness off the dribble. Someone who can also create multiple assists for others, his ability as an outside shooter is something Atlanta will have a tough time guarding. Knowing that Trae Young is not a strong defender, Brunson should control the matchup even though he will give up tons of assists himself on the defensive end. But, as Brunson can create steals and force lose the ball, he will cause Young’s outscoring to be less important and force traps for extra transition points. As Mikal Bridges remains this team's best all-around guard, his ability to rebound, score, and create assists will help him have a rare advantage against Dyson Daniels. Although Daniels is usually a great stealer, Bridges' outside shooting and ball-handling abilities won’t be stopped due to size. Being a strong defender as well, the Knicks guard should close and Daniels' threes by making him take more uncomfortable looks.
Seeing that Josh Hart remains a vital rebounder plus defender for this Knicks unit at small forward, his greatness as a blocker will also show up. Already knowing he is a great side-to-side defender that will slow down De’Andre Hunter from hitting perimeter shots, Hart will also keep him quiet inside. Even though Hunter can play defense at a high level with a stealing ability through his wingspan too, Hart will be way more physical and drive in for easy dunks too. Having O.G. Annunoby be this team’s key two-way player, he will lock up backup Larry Nance Jr. who is replacing Jalen Johnson, and score on him with ease. Someone who can hit his perimeter looks, Annunoby will drive in for layups as well. With Karl Anthony-Towns dominating as a rebounder plus scorer against Clint Capela, this Knicks bench led by Cameron Paynes and Miles McBride should continue providing points. Meanwhile, Zaccharie Risacher plus Oneyka Okonguwu will try to make it close for Atlanta.
Our prediction: New York Knicks win this game and cover their -7.5 spread, while the score goes over 236.5 points.
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