The New York Knicks achieved a historic 140-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on May 1, 2026, marking the largest playoff win in franchise history. This decisive win came during Game 6 of the NBA playoffs, showcasing the team’s resilience after falling behind in the series.
At halftime, the Knicks held a commanding lead of 47 points, breaking records for the largest halftime margin in any playoff game. OG Anunoby led the charge with an impressive 29 points in just 27 minutes, while Karl-Anthony Towns notched his second triple-double of the series with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists.
The Knicks’ victory margin of 51 points ties for the sixth-largest in NBA postseason history. The Hawks struggled significantly, shooting only 12 for 39 from the field in the first half and committing 14 turnovers.
Key game events:
- The Knicks went on a staggering run of 60-11, overwhelming their opponents.
- Dyson Daniels and Mitchell Robinson were ejected following a scrum during the game.
- The Knicks will now face either the Boston Celtics or Philadelphia 76ers in the upcoming Eastern Conference semifinals.
Karl-Anthony Towns reflected on his team’s performance, stating, “It speaks volumes on our team that we were able to bounce back from two disappointing losses.” Meanwhile, Jalen Johnson from the Hawks acknowledged their struggles: “We dug ourselves a deep hole from the start and it was tough to climb out of that.” Fans are buzzing with excitement as they look forward to what lies ahead for their team.
