Player Props to Target in Knicks vs Hawks (Game 4)

• The Knicks and Hawks square off in Game 4 of their 1st Round series tonight in Atlanta
• Josh Hart has dominated the glass through three games and I expect that to continue in Game 4
• See my favorite player props to target in Knicks vs Hawks Game 4, below

The Knicks and Hawks resume their 1st Round series tonight, with New York desperate for a victory to square the series up at 2. Online sportsbooks like their chances, pegging the Knicks as short road favorites in the NBA odds, but I’m looking to attack this matchup from a player props angle instead.

The Knicks have leaned heavily on the elite shot-making of Jalen Brunson and the relentless energy of Josh Hart. Meanwhile, the hometown Hawks are leaning on CJ McCollum and Jalen Johnson to anchor their attack, though they need more from Dyson Daniels if they want to pull off a third consecutive upset.

Hart and McCollum are the cornerstones of the best player props to target in Knicks vs Hawks Game 4, so keep reading to find out which markets to bet them in and the analysis behind each wager.

Knicks vs Hawks Player Prop Odds

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My top NBA props selection for Game 4 is over 8.5 rebounds for Josh Hart. New York’s lack of depth is forcing Hart to play nearly the whole game, and while he’s not chipping in many points, he’s filling up the rebounds and assists categories. I’m also betting over 19.5 points for CJ McCollum, who’s become public enemy number one for Knicks fans.

Player Props to Target in Knicks vs Hawks Game 4

• Josh Hart Over 8.5 rebounds (-120 at Bet365)
• CJ McCollum Over 19.5 points (-114 at Bet365)

New York’s biggest strength in this series is their massive 53.3% total rebounding percentage. They punish teams inside, averaging 51.3 points in the paint. Their ability to bully teams in the interior is what makes them an intriguing NBA Championship odds pick, and it was thought to be enough of an advantage to cruise past the Hawks. Even though that hasn’t been the case, their interior dominance directly supports backing the over on Hart’s rebounding props, especially since Atlanta allows 11.3 offensive rebounds per game.

Through the first three games, Hart has been an absolute terror on the glass, pulling down 36 total rebounds. Atlanta’s frontcourt rotation is dangerously thin, and Hart consistently find himself matched up against smaller wings or out-of-position defenders. That’s a matchup he’ll exploit every time, as his long wingspan and crafty basketball IQ give him a significant leg up on the glass.

Conversely, New York’s biggest weakness is transition defense. They surrender 17.7 fast break points per game, and this defensive vulnerability plays right into the hands of Atlanta’s backcourt. Their fast-paced perimeter efficiency generates 17.7 fast break points per contest, often fuelled by McCollum.

The former Lehigh alum has been the catalyst of the Hawks’ attack, scoring 81 points across three games for an average of 27 points per outing. He’s dominating ball handling duties, operating at a massive 33.69% Usage Rate.

CJ McCollum Playoff Stats

As one of the primary transition weapon, McCollum is uniquely positioned to leak out and consistently punish the retreating defense before it can anchor in the half-court. McCollum has gone over 19.5 points in all three playoff games so far, and in four straight contests dating back to the regular season.