The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 of the NBA playoffs, marking the largest playoff victory in franchise history.
The Knicks led by 47 points at halftime, breaking the record for the largest halftime margin in a playoff game. OG Anunoby scored 29 points in just 27 minutes, while Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his second triple-double of the series with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists.
The Knicks’ margin of victory—51 points—tied 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.
Within hours of this commanding win, Dyson Daniels and Mitchell Robinson were ejected after a scrum during the game. Jalen Johnson commented on his team’s performance, stating, “We dug ourselves a deep hole from the start and it was tough to climb out of that.”
Karl-Anthony Towns reflected on the team’s resilience: “It speaks volumes on our team that we were able to bounce back from two disappointing losses.” The Knicks will now face the winner of the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers series in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Overall, this victory not only cements a pivotal moment in Knicks playoff history but also showcases their potential as they advance further into the postseason.
