The NBA playoffs are here, and a classic Eastern Conference clash tips off this weekend as the Atlanta Hawks visit the New York Knicks. This first-round series promises high-flying action and gritty defense, a perfect showcase for the intensity of postseason basketball.
The Knicks, holding the No. 3 seed, will look to defend their home court after winning two of the three regular-season matchups. Their late-season 108-105 victory over Atlanta showed just how tight this series could be. The Hawks, powered by a stellar second-half surge to claim the No. 6 seed, are a dangerous underdog ready to challenge at Madison Square Garden.
For fans looking to catch every dunk and defensive stop, Game 1 is set for Saturday, April 18, at 6 p.m. ET. You can stream the action live on Prime Video. The full series schedule is packed with prime-time games, so mark your calendars:
• Game 1: Sat., April 18, at New York (6 p.m., Prime Video)
• Game 2: Mon., April 20, at New York (8 p.m., NBC)
• Game 3: Thu., April 23, at Atlanta (7 p.m., Prime)
• Game 4: Sat., April 25, at Atlanta (6 p.m., NBC)
• *Games 5-7: Dates/Times TBD, if necessary
According to the latest odds, the Knicks enter as solid favorites with a moneyline of -225, but the Hawks' explosive potential makes them a live underdog at +185. No matter which team you're backing, get ready for a playoff series that will be decided by heart, hustle, and clutch performances.