The New York Knicks are back in the playoffs for the first time in several years. They've had an impressive year, but this looks like a tough first-round matchup with the Atlanta Hawks who are entering the playoffs as winners of seven of their last eight games. The Knickerbockers are one of the best defensive sides in the league, but it will be tough to slow down a Hawks team that has nine players averaging in double figures.

Knicks are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 playoff games as a favorite and I expect the Hawks to steal this one outright.

10* play on Atlanta Hawks.