nba Game Recap
New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks Recap - Hawks Win 140-135
Atlanta got 48 points and 13 assists from Trae Young en route to a 140-135 victory over New York on Sunday at State Farm Arena.
The winning margin fell right on the closing number of -5.0, meaning the game was a push for bettors. Those betting OVER the total were also victorious as the final score equalled an OVER play.
John Collins had 32 points for Atlanta and De'Andre Hunter chipped in with 19 points. Trae Young had 13 assists for the Hawks, while John Collins was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 16 boards.
New York got 35 points from Julius Randle in a losing cause and another 21 points from Reggie Bullock. Elfrid Payton contributed 9 assists for the Knicks, while Julius Randle had 18 rebounds.
The Hawks hit the break losing 63-61 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York had a 56-50 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Atlanta heads into a battle against the Magic. New York, meanwhile, will have their next action against Washington.