- Matchup: New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Monday, April 6, 2026
- Venue: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
- Broadcast: Peacock
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On Monday, the Atlanta Hawks (45-33) will host the New York Knicks (50-28) at the State Farm Arena.
In their previous outing, the Knicks triumphed over the Bulls, finishing with a resounding score of 136-96. The Knicks collected 25 fouls while the Bulls added 24. New York converted 11 of their 35 attempts from beyond the arc. The Bulls had a free throw success rate of 57.7%, hitting 15 out of 26. Additionally, Chicago secured 41 rebounds (including 11 offensive) and recorded 1 block, alongside 25 assists and 9 steals. Defensively, the Knicks allowed their opponents to score at 43.2% accuracy from the field, limiting them to 35 successful shots out of 81. New York tallied 35 assists and forced 13 turnovers while also earning 10 steals. On the boards, they achieved a total of 43 rebounds, with 7 on the offensive end. From the charity stripe, the Knicks netted 25 of 28 attempts, boasting an impressive 89.3% free throw percentage. Overall, New York registered a field goal shooting percentage of 52.7% (48 out of 91) and converted 15 of 39 attempts from three-point range.
OG Anunoby was a standout performer in the last game, finishing with 31 points on 9 of 15 shooting. He played 31 minutes and secured 8 rebounds, achieving a 60.0% shooting efficiency and dishing out 2 assists.
The Knicks head into this matchup with a solid season record of 50-28. They average 13.7 turnovers per game and commit 20.1 personal fouls on average each night. As a team, New York averages 46.0 rebounds per game and has compiled 2,143 assists this season, ranking 12th in the league for assists. The Knicks excel at three-point shooting with a conversion rate of 37.4% (1,121 of 2,994) and maintain a notable 79.4% from the charity stripe. They put up an average of 116.9 points per game, placing them 10th in the NBA, while shooting 47.6% from the field.
Defensively, the Knicks force an average of 14.3 turnovers per game while being whistled for 19.5 fouls. They rank 8th in allowing assists, having conceded 1,953 this season. New York’s defense permits an opponent shooting percentage of 46.0% (3,072 of 6,677) and gives up approximately 40.5 boards per game. They allow 36.1% from three-point range and are 5th in the league for points allowed per game at 110.4.
In their last game, the Hawks secured a commanding 141-107 victory against the Nets. In terms of rebounding, Atlanta allowed Brooklyn to gather 30 total rebounds (8 offensive). The Hawks shot 42.9% from beyond the arc, sinking 12 of 28 attempts, while finishing at 17 out of 20 from the free throw line (85.0%). The Nets made 39 of their 79 field goal attempts, translating to 49.4% shooting for the night. The Hawks shot 51 out of 90 from the field, achieving a 56.7% shooting rate. From three-point territory, Atlanta successfully made 20 of 39 shots (51.3%) and converted 79.2% from the free throw line, with 19 successful attempts out of 24. Brooklyn committed 21 fouls, allowing Atlanta ample opportunities from the severe stripes. They turned the ball over 9 times and managed 7 steals throughout the game. Collectively, the Hawks secured 38 defensive boards and 10 offensive boards, totaling 48 rebounds.
CJ McCollum was a key contributor for the Hawks, scoring 25 points in his 25 minutes on the court, alongside 7 assists. He achieved a commendable 66.7% shooting percentage, converting 8 of 12 attempts, and pulled down 2 rebounds.
Atlanta’s record stands at 45-33 this season. The Hawks average 19.7 personal fouls per game and shoot 77.7% from the free throw line. They are leading the league with 30.3 assists per game, while turning the ball over 14.2 times per game. Atlanta has accumulated 9,252 points this season, averaging 118.6 per game, with an average of 43.4 rebounds per game. On offense, the Hawks are hitting 47.5% of their field goal attempts, placing them 13th in the NBA.
Defensively, Atlanta ranks 18th in the league in points allowed per game at 115.9. They force 16.2 turnovers and let opponents shoot 47.2% from the field (17th overall). The Hawks permit 35.6% from three-point range (1,011 of 2,843) and opponents convert 79.4% from the charity stripe. They allow 26.6 assists and 45.3 rebounds on average, ranking 15th and 22nd respectively in the league.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Back New York
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