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NBA News / Posting and Toasting / April 23
Hawks 109, Knicks 108: “This team is not serious people” 
Maybe the Knicks (1-2) had no business winning this game against the Hawks (2-1). After sleepwalking through a miserable first quarter and falling behind by 18 in the second, they entered halftime down by eight, matched Atlanta’s thirty points in the third quarter, and finally seemed interested in victory late in the fourth quarter.
New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / April 23
The New York Knicks’ Game 2 woes are easily fixable
Nearly everything went wrong in Game 2 against the Atlanta Hawks. From lineups to miscommunications to underperformances, the New York Knicks have a lot to work on as they head to Atlanta tied 1-1.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / April 23
3 Keys to Stealing A Win In Atlanta: How Can The New York Knicks Recover From A Devastating Game 2 Collapse?
The New York Knicks’ 107-106 loss in Game 2 in the first round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs on Monday, April 20, 2026, to the Atlanta Hawks in Madison Square Garden was nothing short of devastating to Knicks’ fans.
Knicks Around the Web
Could less be more for Mike Brown’s playoff rotations?
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The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
Mitchell Robinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 23
Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson drops ‘threat’ take on Hawks’ Hack-a-Mitch strategy
The New York Knicks are just hours away from tipping off Game 3 of their first round series against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday evening on the road. The Knicks are looking to bounce back after melting down in the fourth quarter of Game 2, allowing the Hawks to steal a road game and even up the series.
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 / New York Knicks on SI / April 23
3 Biggest Disappointments From Knicks' Series vs Hawks So Far
The New York Knicks are dead even with the Atlanta Hawks in the Eastern Conference playoffs' opening round. A 107-106 Game 2 loss brought the Knicks back down to earth after opening the series on a hot note, resulting in a a negative spotlight being shone on certain players who haven't met expectations.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 23
Knicks Coach Questions Officiating After Game 2 Loss vs. Hawks
The New York Knicks dropped Game 2 of their first-round series to the Atlanta Hawks, falling 107-106 at Madison Square Garden to even the series at 1-1.
Stephon Marbury News / Scoop B / April 23
The Marbury Paradox: Legacy, Forgiveness and the Battle Over Knicks History
The energy inside Madison Square Garden during the NBA Playoffs is a physical force. It is a vibrating, screaming, blue-and-orange heartbeat that connects generations of New Yorkers.
The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to average at least 20 points and 10 rebounds-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in five minutes?
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 23
Knicks rumors: Will James Dolan ‘loving’ Karl-Anthony Towns save him from trade if New York flops in playoffs?
The New York Knicks are currently preparing for Game 3 of their first round playof series against the Atlanta Hawks, which is slated to take place on Thursday evening on the road.
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.
Jalen Brunson News / Posting and Toasting / April 23
Knicks Bulletin: ‘We can talk to Brunson, but at the end of the day…’
The Knicks play the Hawks in Manhatlanta tonight, with flocks of New Yorkers expected to take over. Don’t get it twisted—Knicks fans in town or not, the folks better get that dub and return home with a 2-2 balance at the very worst, or else.
New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 23
Knicks' Fatal Flaw Would Be Not Learning From Losing Game 2
The New York Knicks threw away what should’ve been a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Atlanta Hawks. They scored a season-low 15 fourth-quarter points
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 22
Stephen A. Smith can’t stand Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns’ celebrations
The vibes in the Garden were immaculate until they suddenly weren’t. After a devastating Game 2 collapse against the Atlanta Hawks, the New York Knicks find themselves in a dogfight, and Stephen A.
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 22
Knicks’ playoff hopes rely on Mike Brown solving longstanding Karl-Anthony Towns problem
NEW YORK – From a certain perspective, the New York Knicks’ loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night was just the latest chapter in an awkward story they’ve been writing all season.
Georgetown Hoyas News / Yardbarker / April 22
Patrick Ewing explains why he would still dominate modern NBA era
The 1990s basketball era gets remembered for one thing above all else: physicality. Games were slower, grittier and built around power in the paint. That reputation created a narrative that dominant big men from that decade wouldn't survive in today's game. Patrick Ewing doesn't buy it.
Tyler Kolek News / New York Knicks on SI / April 22
Sound Alarm Bells if Knicks Start Playing Tyler Kolek vs. Hawks
The sorry state of the New York Knicks' bench to start their first-round series against the Hawks has many wondering about possible solutions. Mike Brown has already extended his rotation with Game 1-DNP Jose Alvarado getting time in the second matchup, though the guard failed to provide the scoring lift New York needed to avoid the loss.
James Dolan News / The Spun / April 21
NBA Faces Call To Kick James Dolan Out Of The League
New York Knicks fans have spent years urging James Dolan to sell the team. Max Kellerman suggested the NBA should consider taking matters into their own hands.
New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / April 21
NBC scorebug error sparks confusion after Hawks stun Knicks in Game 2
The Hawks pulled off a wild one at Madison Square Garden. The NBC broadcast added a little chaos of its own. Atlanta rallied from 14 down to beat the Knicks 107-106 in Game 2, stunning New York and tying the series.
New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / April 21
Knicks’ NBA Draft fate sealed after tiebreaker
The New York Knicks managed to earn at least one win on a day where they endured one of their most heartbreaking postseason defeats in recent memory. The NBA staged several tiebreaker draws to help determine the order of the 2026 draft on Monday.
Karl-Anthony Towns News / Yardbarker / April 21
Karl-Anthony Towns' latest excuse is bad news for Knicks
The Knicks wasted the perfect opportunity to go up 2-0 in their first-round matchup with the Atlanta Hawks.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
NBC admits to glaring error in final seconds of Knicks-Hawks Game 2
The Knicks lost the contest 107-106 after Mikal Bridges missed a potential game-winning shot at Madison Square Garden.
Mikal Bridges News / Athlon Sports / April 21
Knicks' Mikal Bridges Addresses Missed Game-Winner Over Hawks
The New York Knicks had home court advantage in Game 2 on Monday against the Atlanta Hawks. However, the Hawks still mounted a 14-point comeback led by CJ McCollum to lead them to tie the best-of-seven playoff series, 1-1, with a 107-106 win.
Jalen Brunson News / Fadeaway World / April 20
Knicks Player Ratings: Brunson’s Shot-Making Can’t Prevent Shocking Game 2 Loss
The New York Knicks walked into Game 2 expecting to tighten their grip on the series, but instead, they let one slip. Despite controlling large stretches and building a double-digit lead, the Knicks couldn’t land the knockout punch against the Atlanta Hawks in a 107-106 result.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 21
Hawks' CJ McCollum becomes newest MSG villain in Game 2 win over Knicks
CJ McCollum took over for Trae Young as the Atlanta Hawks' starting point guard this season. In Monday's Game 2, he took over for Young as Madison Square Garden's No. 1 villain.
New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / April 20
NBA settles draft tiebreakers, including Cavs, Jazz, Knicks
The NBA settled a handful of draft order questions on Monday, breaking ties among teams with identical records ahead of the lottery. According to an official release, the league conducted random drawings to determine positioning, with the results carrying some real implications depending on protections and prior trades.
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