New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/27

The New York Knicks will travel to State Farm Arena to play against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 8:00 PM. The Knicks have had a strong start to the season with a 21-9 record. They are currently ranked second in the Eastern Conference and first in the Atlantic Division. The game will be broadcast on FDSS.

The Atlanta Hawks have a 15-17 record so far this season. They are ranked tenth in the Eastern Conference and third in the Southeast Division. The Hawks have been struggling recently, with a five-game losing streak. Head Coach Quin Snyder will look to turn things around in this game against the Knicks.

Knicks vs Hawks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks
  • Venue: State Farm Arena
  • Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
  • Knicks Spread: -5.5 (-110)
  • Hawks Spread: +5.5 (-112)
  • Knicks MoneyLine: -213
  • Hawks MoneyLine: +179
  • Over/Under: 243 (-110)

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks have had a mix of outcomes in their recent games. They secured a narrow win against the Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 126-124. In that game, Jalen Brunson led with 34 points, showing his scoring ability. However, they faced a setback against the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 115-104. Despite the loss, Tyler Kolek made an impact with 20 points and 11 rebounds.

For the season, the Knicks rank high in offensive production. They score 120.3 points per game, placing them fifth in the league. Their three-point shooting is also strong, making 15.1 per game, ranking fourth. On the defensive side, they allow 113.3 points per game. They are effective at limiting two-point attempts, allowing only 47.4 per game, which is the lowest in the league.

Jalen Brunson stands out as a top performer for the Knicks, averaging 29.3 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns provides solid support, contributing 21.9 points and 11.8 rebounds per game. Mikal Bridges adds 16.8 points and 4.6 rebounds per game. The team faces some challenges with injuries, including Josh Hart and Landry Shamet, who are currently out. Miles McBride is questionable, which might affect the team’s depth.

Atlanta Hawks Team Preview

The Atlanta Hawks have had a tough stretch at home recently. They lost their last three games, with the latest against the Miami Heat by a score of 126-111. The Hawks scored well, but their defense struggled, allowing too many points in each game.

Jalen Johnson has been a standout player for the Hawks. He is averaging 23.8 points per game this season, along with 10.4 rebounds and 8.3 assists. His performance in recent games shows his impact, especially with 36 points against the Bulls on December 21.

The Hawks’ offense ranks well in field goal percentage, but they need to improve on defense. They are allowing 119.8 points per game, which ranks 24th in the league. With key players like Kristaps Porzingis and N’Faly Dante out due to injuries, the team will need others to step up defensively.

BTB Betting Pick

The Knicks are favored by 5.5 points against the Hawks. With the Knicks allowing 113.3 points per game and the Hawks scoring 118.6 points per game, the Knicks should cover the spread. The Knicks’ strong defense and better rebounding stats give them an edge over the Hawks.

The total for the game is set at 243 points. The Knicks score 120.3 points per game, while the Hawks allow 119.8 points per game. Considering both teams’ offensive capabilities, betting on the over is a reasonable choice.