Knicks vs Hawks Prediction and NBA Tips - 19 April 2026
Last updated: Apr 18, 2026, 10:16PM | Published: Apr 18, 2026, 12:10PM
The New York Knicks will take on the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, commencing at 8:00am AEST.
With the likes of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are looking to overcome a Hawks side that includes Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Knicks vs Hawks game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's New York vs Atlanta NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Knicks a 71% chance of beating the Hawks at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks vs Hawks: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are shown below:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.40, Hawks $3.05
- Line: Knicks -6 ($1.91), Hawks +6 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 218 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Knicks at $1.40 and the Hawks at $3.05.
The Knicks are 6-point favourites against the Hawks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Hawks (+6) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 218 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Knicks (-6) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 218-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Knicks vs Hawks: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New York at $1.40 with Bet365
- Line: Knicks -6 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 218 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Knicks vs Hawks betting tips are based on detailed modelling and gambling expertise to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Knicks vs Hawks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Hawks at Madison Square Garden this Sunday is the Knicks winning 111-105.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the New York vs Atlanta game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Knicks vs Hawks prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the New York vs Atlanta match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Knicks vs Hawks: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Knicks and Hawks in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to start at 8:00am AEST on Sunday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Sunday 19 April 2026
- Time: 8:00am AEST
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New York vs Atlanta predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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