NY Knicks at Atlanta Hawks 3/11/20 - NBA Picks & Predictions

State Farm Arena will play host to a Wednesday night NBA clash between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks. This will be the second of a back-to-back for New York, who failed to protect a 16-point halftime lead during a 122-115 road loss against Washington. The Knicks (20-45) turned the ball over 19 times and shot 52 percent from the field.

Frank Ntilikina and Bobby Portis scored 20 points apiece off the bench to lead New York in scoring. Julius Randle added 16 points and five rebounds in a losing effort for the Knicks.

The Atlanta Hawks have split their previous ten games and have the look of a team that could challenge for the playoffs next season. On Monday, Atlanta needed double overtime to escape with a 143-138 home victory versus Charlotte. The Hawks (20-46) dominated the Hornets on the glass by a 68-43 margin and shot 55 percent from the field.

All Star G Trae Young led Atlanta with 31 points on 11-for-25 shooting and dished out 16 assists. John Collins contributed 28 points and 11 rebounds for the Hawks.