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Hawks vs Knicks Same-Game Parlay for Monday's NBA Playoffs Game 2
TL;DR
The Atlanta Hawks aim to bounce back in Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks after a tough Game 1. A same-game parlay is suggested, focusing on Nickeil Alexander-Walker's performance.
Key points
- Hawks were strong against the spread late in the season
- Hawks lost Game 1 to the Knicks in the second half
- Nickeil Alexander-Walker had a poor shooting night
- Expectations for a bounce-back game from Alexander-Walker
- Same-game parlay suggested for Game 2
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The Atlanta Hawks were excellent against the spread down the stretch, and despite getting smoked in the second half of Game 1 vs. the New York Knicks, they will be competitive in this series, particularly in Game 2.
With Nickeil Alexander-Walker coming off an uncharacteristically poor shooting night, we're building an SGP banking on a bounce-back game from the guard en route to cashing the Over.
Read on for our full Hawks vs. Knicks predictions ahead of tip on Monday, April 20.
Our best Hawks vs Knicks SGP for Game 2
I picked the Atlanta Hawks to cover the same 5.5-point spread in Game 1, and they lost by 11. But I’m not deterred, as Atlanta has a clear path to making this one more competitive.
The Hawks were a putrid 12 of 19 from the charity stripe, falling well below their season average of 77.4%.
The New York Knicks hit 25 of 30 free throws, and Atlanta can do a better job at limiting opportunities there. The Hawks went 18-8 against the spread between the All-Star break and the end of the season, and I expect them to keep this one close as they look to avoid a 2-0 hole.
The Hawks and Knicks faced off four times this season, finishing with combined game totals of 215, 213, 210, and 253. Game 1 finished just a bucket shy of hitting the Over, and I’m betting on that extra bucket in Game 2.
Q&A
What are the Hawks' chances of winning Game 2 against the Knicks?
The Hawks are expected to be competitive in Game 2, especially after a strong performance against the spread in previous games.
How did Nickeil Alexander-Walker perform in Game 1 of the playoffs?
Nickeil Alexander-Walker had an uncharacteristically poor shooting night in Game 1, which has led to expectations for a bounce-back performance in Game 2.
What is a same-game parlay for the Hawks vs. Knicks matchup?
A same-game parlay for the Hawks vs. Knicks matchup involves betting on multiple outcomes within the same game, with a focus on player performances and total points.
