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Let’s take a look at the latest situations of the teams before the match, which will start at 03:00 on Thursday, December 12, enjoy reading.
Latest situation in Knicks:
New York Knicks brought their season record to 15-9 with a 113-108 away win against Toronto Raptors. This win enabled the team to continue its rising form. Their fluctuating performance at the beginning of the season gave way to a more balanced and effective game approach. The Knicks were boosted by this win, along with the opportunity to advance to the NBA Cup semifinals.
Jalen Brunson is one of the main names that raises the team’s performance. Brunson, who scored 31 points against the Detroit Pistons, directed his team’s attack by posting a performance of 20 points and 11 assists in the Toronto match. For the Knicks to achieve their goals, Brunson must consistently perform at his best.
New Roster Dynamics and Towns’ Harmony
Karl-Anthony Towns has been a significant contributor since joining the team and has diversified the Knicks offense. While Julius Randle continues to be an important part of the team, it is observed that Towns has adapted better to the system. Names such as OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges are the backbone of the team both in defense and offense. Josh Hart, head coach Tom Thibodeau’s favorite, also makes a difference with his high energy and consistent contributions.
While Miles McBride’s energy coming off the bench will expand the rotation, Mitchell Robinson, who will return from injury, will increase his defensive power under the basket. This large and balanced roster of the Knicks increases the team’s competitiveness in both the regular season and playoff stages.
Favorite with Attack Power
The Knicks currently have the league’s best offensive rating (121.0). This is the basis of their success. Especially their accuracy from behind the three-point line (46%) poses a great threat to opposing defenses. Their patient play structure in attack allows them to find the right shooting opportunities.
It is expected that the Knicks will dominate the match against the Atlanta Hawks with their effective offensive strategies. If they can maintain their three-point percentage, it would not be a surprise if they advance to the NBA Cup semifinals. The Knicks’ rising form, strong offensive structure and team chemistry make them a very dangerous team not only in this tournament but throughout the season.
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Mitchell Robinson will not play again, while Josh Hart’s status is listed as questionable.
Latest situation in Hawks:
Atlanta Hawks suffered a heavy defeat at home against the Denver Nuggets, 141-111, in their last game. The team showed a general lack of cohesion on defense and offense as they struggled to stop Nikola Jokic. Despite this defeat, the Hawks are currently 13-12 on the season, which is a very respectable performance by their standards.
Positive Development and Prominent Names
Before the game against Denver, the Hawks had shown a significant improvement compared to the beginning of the season by going on a six-game winning streak. Trae Young’s contribution to the team play was decisive in this rise. Young, who adopted a more individual style of play in previous years, reached the highest value of his career by averaging over 12 assists per game this season.
Bogdan Bogdanovic’s return from injury also played a critical role in the team’s success. When he is fit, the Serbian guard poses a great threat to opponents with his impressive performance on outside shots. Additionally, young French player Zaccharie Risacher made a significant contribution to his team by scoring double-digit scores in the last seven matches. De’Andre Hunter, on the other hand, is playing the best basketball of his career this season and shouldering the scoring burden, especially when Clint Capela is not available.
Reaction Expected in Madison Square Garden
The Hawks are expected to react after the devastating defeat against the Denver Nuggets. This match will be played in a prestigious arena like Madison Square Garden and has always been a special source of motivation for Trae Young. An effective performance from Young will be a key requirement for the Hawks to remain competitive throughout the game.
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Jalen Johnson and Bogdan Bogdanovic are listed as questionable.
