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Knicks finish off Hawks with record-setting 51-point blowout

OG Anunoby scored 26 of his 29 points in the first half to lead visiting New York to a historic 140-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday as the Knicks won their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series 4-2.

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Knicks 140, Hawks 89: Scenes from a gashing in Georgia

For nearly two weeks, the Knicks toyed with our emotions. Game One of their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series with the Hawks was a mostly by-the-books win.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 30

Mitchell Robinson, Dyson Daniels Ejected Thursday

Knicks center Mitchell Robinson and Hawks guard Dyson Daniels were ejected from Thursday’s Game 6 matchup between the two teams, tweets Fred Katz of The Athletic.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Internet reacts to Knicks taking 61-point lead on Hawks in Game 6

The New York Knicks dealt the Atlanta Hawks a beatdown of epic proportions on Thursday in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first-round series. The Hawks had their backs against the wall in an elimination game at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Ga.

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Mitchell Robinson, Dyson Daniels get ejected for fighting in Game 6

Thursday’s Game 6 between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks had a little bit of everything. The two teams met on Thursday at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Ga.

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2026 NBA playoff bracket: Matchups, schedule as Knicks oust Hawks, advance to second round · CBSSports.com

Daniels, Robinson tossed in Hawks-Knicks scuffle · ESPN

Knicks jump out to largest halftime lead in NBA playoff history in Game 6 drubbing vs. Hawks · CBSSports.com

Knicks' 47-point halftime lead sets playoff record... · ESPN

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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.

Josh Hart News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Final Injury Report for Knicks-Hawks Game 6: Will Josh Hart Play?

The New York Knicks are on the road on Thursday night as they travel to take on the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series. New York enters Thursday’s game with a 3-2 series lead after defeating Atlanta at home in dominant fashion on Tuesday night in Game 5.

Jalen Brunson News / New York Knicks on SI / April 30

Jalen Brunson Is Proving Flopper Myth Wrong in 2026 Playoffs

Flopper. Foul-baiter. Grifter. Embellisher. For a large portion of Jalen Brunson's career as a Knick, he has been called those, and sometimes worse. The point guard does, at time, sell calls.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 30

With the East Wide Open, Knicks Must Seize the Moment

The New York Knicks faced a crucial Game 5 the other night with history not on their side. Since 2021, New York was 0-3 in Game 5's at home in the first round.

Mike Brown News / Posting and Toasting / April 30

Mike Brown’s praises should be as loud as his critiques… or should it?

Mike Brown’s performance in the first round of the playoffs has gone similarly to his regular season. It’s been a mixed bag of some brilliance, some head-scratchers, and some gutsy moves.

Miles McBride News / New York Knicks on SI / April 30

Miles McBride Faces a Major Question Heading Into Knicks' Game 6

Miles McBride has had an up-and-down series for the New York against the Atlanta Hawks in their Eastern Conference Quarterfinals matchup. His ups have been strong, while the downs have been clear.

Josh Hart News / Posting and Toasting / April 30

Knicks may have to play Game Six without key wing

The Knicks heat into Game Six in Atlanta with a chance to close out their first round series, but might have to do so without an essential piece. Josh Hart exited Tuesday’s 126–97 Game Five humiliation of the Hawks in the fourth quarter and never returned to the bench.

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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.

New York Knicks News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / April 30

Kylie Jenner going all-out supporting Timothée Chalamet with ‘obviously Knicks blue’ bag

Hollywood’s power couple, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner, are again in the headlines. On Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2026, Chalamet and Jenner were spotted attending the New York Knicks vs.

Landry Shamet News / New York Knicks on SI / April 30

Landry Shamet Playing Himself Right Out of a Knicks Return in Offseason

Landry Shamet's sudden drop-off in the playoffs has been one of the biggest developments for the New York Knicks in the early going of the postseason. The veteran was supposed to provide a healthy source of points and three-point shooting off the bench after bouncing back in 2025-26.

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Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Is Josh Hart playing Thursday night? Knicks vs. Hawks 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 6 injury report

The New York Knicks will attempt to close out the Atlanta Hawks during Game 6 of their first-round series on Thursday. They could be without Josh Hart for the matchup.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 29

Knicks' physicality has helped them of brink of advancing past Hawks

Jalen Brunson can continue to build on his reputation as a big-time player if he finds a way to carry the New York Knicks into the second round of the playoffs.

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The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 30 points in a playoff game the most times for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29

Jordyn Woods captures Karl-Anthony Towns’ unexpected interaction with Knicks fans

Karl-Anthony Towns is not hard to spot on the street. At his size, he will always draw attention even if he’s not donning his New York Knicks uniform.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / April 29

Can the New York Knicks Close Out the Series in Atlanta?

The New York Knicks can close out their first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks by winning Game 6 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Jose Alvarado News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Knicks’ Jose Alvarado reveals ‘amazing’ reaction to MSG chanting his name

The New York Knicks have already had a lot of ups and downs in these NBA playoffs, as they quickly fell into a 2-1 hole in their first round series against the Atlanta Hawks.

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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