Hawks Defeat Knicks 111-99 at Madison Square Garden
Friday, January 2, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Madison Square Garden
Atlanta Hawks 111, New York Knicks 99, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks?
Atlanta Hawks beat New York Knicks 111-99 at Madison Square Garden on January 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks?
New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The underdog won.
The Atlanta Hawks secured a 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, breaking the series tie of 1-1 between the two teams this season. This win marks a significant turnaround for the Hawks, who had struggled recently with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games prior to this matchup. The Knicks, on the other hand, were looking to bounce back after a loss to the San Antonio Spurs, having a record of 7-3 in their last ten games but now on a one-game losing streak.
In terms of recent form, the Knicks had been averaging 122.9 points scored and allowing 121.0 points in their last ten games, while the Hawks averaged 122.3 points scored but allowed a higher average of 129.2 points. The Knicks had a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, while the Hawks had struggled on the road, holding a 0-3 record in their last three away games.
The injury report for the game included several key players. For the Knicks, Mohamed Diawara and Jalen Brunson were both listed as day-to-day, with Diawara dealing with a finger issue and Brunson with a wrist injury. The Hawks also had three players on the injury report: Mouhamed Gueye (foot), Keshon Gilbert (hip), and RayJ Dennis (Achilles), all listed as day-to-day.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated the Knicks were favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 239.5. The moneyline showed the Knicks at -185.0 and the Hawks at 154.0.
The game conditions were typical for an indoor basketball match, with both teams competing at a high level in front of their fans. The Knicks were looking to leverage their home-court advantage, while the Hawks aimed to capitalize on their recent win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, which had ended a rough stretch.
Throughout the game, the Hawks showcased their scoring ability, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they maintained control. Key moments included Mikal Bridges hitting two three-pointers and Onyeka Okongwu contributing with layups and free throws to solidify the lead. The Knicks struggled to keep pace, ultimately falling short despite their efforts.
This matchup highlighted the contrasting trajectories of both teams, with the Hawks finding a crucial win to boost their confidence while the Knicks faced challenges as they look to regroup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NY -4.5 | 239.5 o -115 / u -105 | Atlanta Hawks +154 · New York Knicks -185 |
Injury report
- Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
- Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks
- Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
- Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
- RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks
Leaders
- PointsJalen Brunson24New York Knicks
- AssistsKevin McCullar Jr.6New York Knicks
- ReboundsAriel Hukporti16New York Knicks
- PointsOnyeka Okongwu23Atlanta Hawks
- AssistsJalen Johnson11Atlanta Hawks
- ReboundsJalen Johnson10Atlanta Hawks
Recent form
New York Knicks
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1122.9 scored · 121 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L132-134at San Antonio SpursJan 1
- W130-125at New Orleans PelicansDec 30
- W128-125at Atlanta HawksDec 28
- W126-124vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 25
- L104-115at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 24
- W132-125vs Miami HeatDec 21
- L107-116vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 20
- W114-113at Indiana PacersDec 19
- W124-113vs San Antonio SpursDec 17
- W132-120at Orlando MagicDec 13
Atlanta Hawks
Last 10: 2-8Streak W1122.3 scored · 129.2 allowed per game0-3 away
- W126-102vs Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 31
- L129-140at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 30
- L125-128vs New York KnicksDec 28
- L111-126vs Miami HeatDec 27
- L123-126vs Chicago BullsDec 24
- L150-152vs Chicago BullsDec 21
- L98-126vs San Antonio SpursDec 20
- L126-133at Charlotte HornetsDec 19
- W120-117vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 14
- L115-142at Detroit PistonsDec 13
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Atlanta Hawks | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 42-88 | 36-97 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 12-36 | 9-42 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 21 |
| Free throws | 15-25 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 49 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 40 | 38 |
| Assists | 31 | 27 |
| Steals | 12 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 27 | 28 |
| Points in the paint | 58 | 46 |
| Fouls | 21 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 26 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 83 | 14 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter82-59Kristaps Porzingis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter83-59Kristaps Porzingis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter83-61Jalen Brunson makes 6-foot running pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter83-62Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter85-62Kristaps Porzingis makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Jalen Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter85-64Guerschon Yabusele makes 15-foot jumper (Kevin McCullar Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter88-64Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter88-65Guerschon Yabusele makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter88-66Guerschon Yabusele makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter90-66Onyeka Okongwu makes 5-foot two point shot (Luke Kennard assists)
- 3rd Quarter90-68Jordan Clarkson makes driving layup (Guerschon Yabusele assists)
- 3rd Quarter92-68Onyeka Okongwu makes 3-foot two point shot (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
- 3rd Quarter94-68Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter94-70Tyler Kolek makes 1-foot two point shot (Kevin McCullar Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter94-72Mikal Bridges makes 11-foot fade away jump shot (Ariel Hukporti assists)
- 4th Quarter94-74Mikal Bridges makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter94-76OG Anunoby makes driving layup (Mikal Bridges assists)
- 4th Quarter94-78Tyler Kolek makes running layup (Mohamed Diawara assists)
- 4th Quarter94-81OG Anunoby makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Kolek assists)
- 4th Quarter97-81Luke Kennard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Onyeka Okongwu assists)
- 4th Quarter100-81Luke Kennard makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter100-82OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-83OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-84Ariel Hukporti makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-85Ariel Hukporti makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-85Jalen Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-87Jalen Brunson makes 5-foot two point shot (Miles McBride assists)
- 4th Quarter102-87Onyeka Okongwu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-89Jalen Brunson makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter102-91Mikal Bridges makes 15-foot jumper (Ariel Hukporti assists)
- 4th Quarter104-91Jalen Johnson makes 1-foot layup (Dyson Daniels assists)
- 4th Quarter105-91Jalen Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter105-92Ariel Hukporti makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-93Ariel Hukporti makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-93Jalen Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-96Mikal Bridges makes 22-foot three point jumper (Kevin McCullar Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter108-96Onyeka Okongwu makes 3-foot layup (Jalen Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter108-99Mikal Bridges makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kevin McCullar Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter110-99Onyeka Okongwu makes driving layup (Vit Krejci assists)
- 4th Quarter111-99Onyeka Okongwu makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours New York Knicks, below favours Atlanta Hawks.
Venue
- Madison Square GardenNew York, NY
- Attendance19812
- OfficialsJosh Tiven, Mousa Dagher, Biniam Maru
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