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Hawks’ Quin Snyder reveals rationale behind having Dyson Daniels guard Karl-Anthony Towns

The Atlanta Hawks were left pondering what they did wrong after suffering an embarrassing rout against the New York Knicks, 126-97, in Game 5 of their first-round series in the playoffs at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday.

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Hawks’ Onyeka Okongwu vows to ‘take a stand’ in the paint in Game 6 vs. Knicks

From being in dream land after taking a 2-1 series lead last Thursday, the Atlanta Hawks now find themselves on the brink of elimination after losing two consecutive games to the New York Knicks in their first-round matchup, and in rather convincing fashion, no less.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Hawks’ Dyson Daniels reveals challenge of defending Karl-Anthony Towns in Game 5

The Atlanta Hawks suffered a decisive 126–97 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 5 on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden, falling behind 3–2 in the series and facing mounting pressure entering Game 6.

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Jonathan Kuminga Throws Down High-Rise Dunk vs Knicks

Jonathan Kuminga took flight against the New York Knicks on Sunday’s Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs. In an alley-oop play set up by teammate Gabe Vincent in the first quarter, the Atlanta Hawks power forward towered over two Knicks defenders, rising so high that he nearly went over the rim for a dunk.

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The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to record the most triple-doubles in one season since the NBA/ABA merger for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 29

Three Takeaways From The Atlanta Hawks Ugly Loss To New York In Game Five

It was another no-show night for the Atlanta Hawks and now their season is on the bring of being over. After getting blasted off their home floor on Saturday

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28

3 Hawks most to blame for utter Game 5 beatdown vs. Knicks

The Atlanta Hawks did not just lose Game 5 — they were dismantled. A 126–97 blowout at the hands of the New York Knicks exposed structural weaknesses that had been building, especially in the backcourt and among Atlanta’s perimeter shooters.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29

Knicks seize control of series with Game 5 domination vs. Hawks

For the second straight game, they outshot the Hawks from three-point range while dominating inside and are one win away from advancing to the second round.

Jalen Brunson's epic performance leads Knicks to series-leading win

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 28

Winners and Losers From the Atlanta Hawks Disappointing Game Five Loss to The Knicks

The Atlanta Hawks are officially on the brink of elimination. Atlanta was hoping to respond to the physicality and intensity that the Knicks brought in game four, but it was hard to tell the two games apart.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28

Jalen Brunson's epic performance leads Knicks to series-leading win

Facing all of the pressure, the New York Knicks put together their best performance of the series on Tuesday night.

Joel Embiid keeps 76ers alive with massive Game 5 effort

Report sheds light on why Kon Knueppel lost NBA Rookie of the Year award

Notable update surfaces on Nikola Jokic’s future

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sets the record straight on Dillon Brooks’ reputation

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Quin Snyder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28

Hawks’ Quin Snyder dishes on unique challenge Knicks present in first round

NEW YORK – The Atlanta Hawks were playing with house money in Game 4 against the New York Knicks. They had a 2-1 series lead over a group with championship-level expectations, and their turn with home-court advantage wasn’t over.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 28

Final Score Picks and Predictions For Tonight's Hawks-Knicks Critical Game 5 Showdown

There are a trio of game fives tonight across the NBA, but none are bigger than the Hawks-Knicks game five showdown at Madison Square Garden. After missing

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Final Injury Report for Hawks-Knicks Game 5

The New York Knicks are at home on Tuesday night as they host the Atlanta Hawks in Game 5 of their first-round playoffs series. New York enters Tuesday’s game tied with Atlanta in the series at 2-2 after defeating the Hawks on the road in Game 4 on Saturday night.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 28

Latest NBA Award Results Should Give Hawks Fans Plenty of Hope For The Future

The Atlanta Hawks are currently in a first round series battle with the New York Knicks and the series is tied 2-2 heading into a pivotal game five tonight.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 28

Atlanta Selects Point Guard Of The Future Plus a Duke Star In Latest Hawks 2026 NBA Mock Draft

The Atlanta Hawks are currently tied in a tight playoff battle with the New York Knicks 2-2 and a crucial game five is tonight. With that in mind, there are less than two weeks until the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery and the Hawks are going to have a very close eye on the ping pong ball combinations that day.

NBA News / Scoop B / April 28

The Spark in the Garden: Q&A with New York Knicks Guard Jose Alvarado Ahead of Game 5 vs. Atlanta Hawks

The energy inside Madison Square Garden tonight won’t just be felt—it will be heard across all five boroughs. As the New York Knicks prepare to host the

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 28

Hawks have one night to bring their rhythm back before Knicks take control

The Atlanta Hawks already proved they can win at Madison Square Garden. Tonight asks a harder question. After a 114 to 98 Game 4 loss to the New York Knicks, Atlanta has to bring back the pace, movement, and physical edge that disappeared when New York turned the series into a grind.

Buddy Hield News / Scoop B / April 28

From The Bay To The A: Buddy Hield on Facing the Knicks, Lessons from Steph & Draymond & Growth of Fellow Bahamian VJ Edgecombe

The Atlanta Hawks find themselves in the thick of a high-stakes postseason battle, currently deadlocked at 2–2 in an Eastern Conference first-round series against the New York Knicks.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / April 24

2026 Draft Decisions: Johnson, Daniels, Atamna, Ruzic, Faye, Bagayoko, Ishchenko

Michigan big man Morez Johnson has declared for the 2026 NBA draft while retaining his college eligibility, as Friday’s deadline for early entrants to declare for the 2026 NBA draft fast approaches, CBS’s Jon Rothstein reports (via Twitter).

Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / Field Level Media / April 24

Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker named Most Improved Player

Nickeil Alexander-Walker became the second straight Atlanta Hawks player to be named the NBA's Most Improved Player when he was announced as the winner on Friday.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / April 24