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Hawks Fall 99-90 Against New York - Game Recap
The Knicks got 23 points from Alec Burks as New York ran past Atlanta 99-90 on Saturday at State Farm Arena.
Bettors who backed the Knicks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 217.5.
Evan Fournier had 20 points for New York and RJ Barrett chipped in with 15 points. Immanuel Quickley had 7 assists for the Knicks, while Julius Randle was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
The Hawks got a 33-point performance from Trae Young, who was supported by 16 points from Clint Capela. Trae Young had 7 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Clint Capela grabbed 21 rebounds.
New York led at halftime, 51-50.
The rebound battle favored Atlanta as they grabbed 52 boards, while New York only had 50
New York heads into a battle against the Nets. Atlanta, meanwhile, will have their next action against Indiana.