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Knicks vs Hawks Final: 137-127 - Recap
Julius Randle scored 40 points and chipped in with 11 rebounds for New York on Wednesday, leading the Knicks to a 137-127 victory over Atlanta at Madison Square Garden.
Bettors who backed the Knicks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 219.0.
New York got 20 points from Derrick Rose and another 20 points from Immanuel Quickley. Julius Randle contributed 6 assists, while Nerlens Noel cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Atlanta got 25 points from Clint Capela in a losing cause and another 20 points from Bogdan Bogdanovic. Trae Young contributed 14 assists for the Hawks, while Clint Capela had 22 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Atlanta were victorious, as the score was 69-67 at the break.
New York won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 49-41.
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Raptors. The Hawks will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Miami.