Knicks and Hawks Set for Tense Game 5 in 2026 NBA Playoffs Showdown
The Atlanta Hawks will visit the New York Knicks for Game 5 of their first-round series in the 2026 NBA playoffs, with the series tied 2-2. After a decisive victory, the Knicks defeated the Hawks 114-98 on Saturday, with OG Anunoby leading New York with 22 points and CJ McCollum topping Atlanta's score with 17 points. This matchup now shifts to a best-of-three format. Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Knicks enter the game as 6.5-point favorites according to the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, while the total points over/under is set at 213.5. Before placing any bets, it’s advisable to consider the predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model. The SportsLine Projection Model has successfully simulated every NBA game 10,000 times, yielding over $10,000 in betting profits for $100 players on top-rated picks over the past eight seasons. Currently, the model boasts a 24-9 record (73%) on top-rated NBA spread picks this season. Key Betting Information: Spread: Knicks -6.5 (FanDuel) Over/Under: 213.5 points Money Line: Knicks -265, Hawks +215 Predictions: The model predicts the total will go Over (213.5) based on historical data, with 55% of Hawks' road games surpassing this total this season. Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 27.3 points, while six Knicks players are projected to score over 11.3 points each. The model estimates 219 total points, indicating that betting the Over could be beneficial for parlay bettors. For detailed picks and insights, fans can check SportsLine for the latest updates on the Hawks vs. Knicks matchup.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-04-28