The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 of the NBA Playoffs on April 30, 2026. The victory marks a significant milestone as the Knicks advanced to the Eastern Conference Semifinals after winning the series 4-2.
The Knicks set a franchise record for the largest playoff win with a 51-point margin. They also achieved a remarkable 47-point halftime lead, which is now recognized as the largest in NBA playoff history.
OG Anunoby led the Knicks with an impressive performance, scoring 29 points, grabbing seven rebounds, and recording four steals. The team shot a staggering 59 percent from the field, while holding the Hawks to below 38 percent.
In an explosive first half, the Knicks scored 83 points, tying for the third-highest first-half point total in NBA playoff history. Early in the game, the Hawks managed a brief 9-0 run before the Knicks responded with a dominating 43-6 run.
Mike Brown, head coach of the Knicks, described it as “Just a really, really good night offensively.” Jalen Brunson added that this performance shows them what they are capable of defensively.
This victory comes after a challenging series where the Knicks had previously lost Games 2 and 3 by exactly one point each. Their comeback included winning three consecutive games by substantial margins.
The next matchup for the Knicks will be crucial as they prepare for their opponents in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Fans eagerly await to see how this momentum will carry into their next game.
