2026 NBA playoffs first-round series odds: Hawks now favored to advance past Knicks

In the 2026 NBA playoffs first round, underdogs have gone 9-10 straight up, with two more winning on Thursday to shift several series odds. The Atlanta Hawks, led by strong performances from CJ McCollum, have won both of their games against the New York Knicks and are now favored to advance in the series. The Denver Nuggets are also in a series deficit, while the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, and Boston Celtics look to bounce back on Friday, with attention on Victor Wembanyama's availability after suffering a concussion in Game 2.