Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks) Under 20.5 Rebounds + Assists (-303)

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Jalen Johnson's recent form suggests a compelling case for taking the under on his combined rebounds and assists at 20.5 against the New York Knicks. While he's had a stellar run, averaging 11.2 rebounds and 5.2 assists over his last five outings, the bulk of that production has come at home. On the road, his numbers dip, with averages of just 10 rebounds and 7.4 assists, which is notably less against the Knicks. Historically, he's averaged only 9.8 rebounds and 6 assists away against New York. Given that he's hit the under in eight of his last nine road games, the signs point to a likely struggle to reach this threshold in a challenging Madison Square Garden environment. With an expected stat value of just 14.33, it's tough to imagine Johnson finding his rhythm against a tough Knicks defense. Taking the under feels like the smart play here.

Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks) Under 12.5 Rebounds (-357)

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As the Atlanta Hawks gear up to face the New York Knicks, all eyes will be on Jalen Johnson and his rebounding efforts. While he's been solid lately, averaging 11.2 boards over his last five games, his away performances tell a different story. Johnson has pulled down just 10 rebounds per game on the road, and against the Knicks, that figure dips to 9.8. What's more, the Knicks are a formidable opponent under the glass, which seems to stifle Johnson's rebounding output. Despite a perfect hit rate recently, his average of just 9.28 expected rebounds against a tough New York frontcourt suggests that hitting the under on 12.5 is a smart play. With an implied probability of 78.1%, it's hard to ignore the trends favoring the under in this matchup. Keep an eye on Johnson; the data leans heavily toward a quieter night on the boards.

Landry Shamet (New York Knicks) Over 3.5 Points (-135)

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As the Knicks prepare to face the Hawks at home, all eyes should be on Landry Shamet to comfortably surpass that 3.5 points mark. Over his last five games, he's averaged an impressive 6.6 points, bringing a solid performance that should continue on home turf, where he's hitting at an even higher 6.2 points per game. Shamet has been particularly effective against the Hawks, averaging 7 points when playing at Madison Square Garden. With a hit rate of 10 out of his last 12 home games, it's clear that he thrives in familiar surroundings. Factor in his overall success, with 13 out of his last 17 games resulting in him eclipsing this point total, and it feels like a no-brainer. Given these trends, backing Shamet for the over is not just a bet; it's a smart play that aligns perfectly with his current form.

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