New York Knicks are set to face off against the Atlanta Hawks at the State Farm Arena on Wednesday evening.
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Embarking on a journey away from home, the New York Knicks are set to face off against the Atlanta Hawks at the State Farm Arena on Wednesday evening, adding a dose of Eastern Conference excitement to the matchup.
With a current record of 5-5, the New York Knicks are rebounding from a 114-98 defeat on the road against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday. On the other side, the Atlanta Hawks, standing at 6-4, gear up for the second half of a back-to-back following a triumphant 126-120 victory over the Detroit Pistons on the road. This matchup marks the second of three encounters between these teams, with the Knicks securing a 126-120 road win on Oct. 27.
Fresh from a 114-98 defeat on the road against the Boston Celtics, the New York Knicks showcased decent shooting, concluding the game with a 41.8 percent success rate on 33-of-79 field goal attempts. Their accuracy from beyond the arc was notable, hitting 42.9 percent on 15-of-35 shots, and they also made 24 attempts from the free-throw line.
Point guard Jalen Brunson asserted his dominance on the court, concluding the game with an impressive stat line of 26 points, three rebounds, four assists, and a steal in 39 minutes of play. Despite Brunson’s standout performance, the team faced defensive challenges, allowing the Celtics to shoot 50.6 percent from the floor, 44.2 percent from beyond the arc, and attempt 16 free throws. Improving their defense is crucial if they aspire to be regarded among the top teams in the Eastern Conference.
The Atlanta Hawks are enjoying a stellar performance this season, highlighted by their recent 126-120 road triumph against the Detroit Pistons. Demonstrating an outstanding offensive display, the Hawks achieved a 51.7 percent shooting accuracy, going 45-of-87 from the field. Their prowess extended beyond the arc, hitting 36.4 percent on 12-of-33 attempts, and they capitalized on 26 free-throw opportunities.
However, their defense faced challenges, with Detroit achieving a 52.2 percent success rate on 47-of-90 overall shots, a 34.5 percent accuracy from beyond the arc on 10-of-29 attempts, and making 23 free throws. On a positive note, Atlanta managed to force 17 turnovers during the game, a promising aspect that can certainly be beneficial moving forward.
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