The New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks head to Georgia to continue their first-round series, all knotted up at one game apiece.
Our Knicks vs. Hawks predictions and free NBA picks expect the visitors to take back the series lead on April 23.
Who will win Knicks vs Hawks Game 3?
Knicks win probability: 52% (-108)
Hawks win probability: 49% (+104)
Despite being the home team, the Atlanta Hawks are slight underdogs at 49¢, while the Knicks have a 52% chance of stealing a game on the road.
Our prediction: Knicks to win
New York let Game 2 get away with turnovers and missed free throws, sparking Atlanta’s rally from 12 points down entering the fourth quarter. The Knicks can’t give the Hawks hope. They’ve done a good job checking Atlanta’s top scorers and will clean up their mess in Game 3.
Read more in Jason Logan's full Knicks vs. Hawks predictions.
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Knicks vs Hawks spread and total at prediction markets
| Outcome | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Knicks -1.5 | 49¢ (+104) | 52¢ (-108) |
| Over 216.5 points | 50¢ (+100) | 51¢ (-104) |
Our predictions: Knicks -1.5 — Yes and Over 216.5 points — No
The Knicks will cut down on their mistakes in Game 3 and win by at least a bucket. Both games have gone Under tonight's total, and both teams will do enough on D to stay Under 216.5 points.
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