NBA Announces 2 Mistakes in Final 10 Seconds of Knicks' Loss to Hawks
NBA referees missed two violations in the last 10 seconds of the Knicks-Hawks game. Both mistakes benefited New York.
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How many votes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received for Clutch Player of the Year
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took home the Clutch Player of the Year Award on Tuesday. After becoming the fourth player in league history to win the trophy since it was announced in 2022, we take a look at the voting numbers for the Clutch-POY. Reports indicate that the 27-year-old superstar received 96 of […] The post How many votes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received for Clutch Player of the Year appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jalen Brunson is being exposed — and it could be on Knicks to save him
It was a powerful performance Monday from McCollum as the fans attached his name to chanted obscenities. And as it unfolded, there was one very clear problem with the Knicks defense.
How Karl-Anthony Towns’ Game 2 disappearance led to Knicks’ collapse vs. Hawks
The first game between the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs went almost exactly as many would expect. It was the Knicks who came away with a 113-102 win behind all five starters scoring in double figures, including Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns combining for 53 […] The post How Karl-Anthony Towns’ Game 2 disappearance led to Knicks’ collapse vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns reveals why he went quiet in 4th quarter vs. Hawks
The New York Knicks suffered a costly setback in Game 2 vs. the Atlanta Hawks, falling 107-106 after a late collapse that evened the series at 1-1 on Monday night. Karl-Anthony Towns’ quiet fourth quarter emerged as a defining storyline, raising questions about New York’s late-game execution. The loss stings given how firmly the Knicks […] The post Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns reveals why he went quiet in 4th quarter vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mike Brown stands by Knicks sub decision — but it’s one he may be forced to rethink
Brown prefers to sit both Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns for the starts of the second and fourth quarters rather than stagger them and have one on the court.
Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns gets marching orders from Mike Brown after Game 2 loss
On Monday night, the New York Knicks blew an opportunity to take a 2-0 series lead in their first-round matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, as they let a 12-point lead heading into the fourth quarter slip away en route to suffering a 107-106 defeat. While there were plenty of issues for the Knicks to look […] The post Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns gets marching orders from Mike Brown after Game 2 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Knicks’ Jalen Brunson takes blame for ‘poor decision-making’ in Game 2 loss to Hawks
The New York Knicks suffered a cruel loss to the Atlanta Hawks, 107-106, in Game 2 of their first-round series in the playoffs on Monday at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks held a 12-point lead entering the fourth quarter, but they allowed the Hawks to claw back and tie the best-of-seven matchup at 1-1. Jalen […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Brunson takes blame for ‘poor decision-making’ in Game 2 loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hawks’ CJ McCollum pushes back on villain aura after torching Knicks in Game 2
Is CJ McCollum turning into a villain? The Atlanta Hawks-New York Knicks series seems to be bringing out that side of the guard. The naturally hostile New York crowd and McCollum’s earlier comments make it look like the guard is leaning more into his villainous tendencies and whatnot. If you ask McCollum, though, he would […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum pushes back on villain aura after torching Knicks in Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBC admits to glaring error in final seconds of Knicks-Hawks Game 2
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown may have some choice words ready for whoever’s in charge of NBC’s scorebug. Brown was universally panned for not calling a timeout in the final seconds of Game 2 of the Knicks’ first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks. The Knicks lost the contest 107-106 after Mikal Bridges missed … The post NBC admits to glaring error in final seconds of Knicks-Hawks Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Mike Brown laments glaring Game 2 issue that doomed Knicks vs. Hawks
The New York Knicks missed a golden opportunity to take a 2-0 series lead in their first-round matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, as they let a 12-point lead heading into the fourth quarter of Game 2 slip en route to a 107-106 defeat on Monday night. In the end, the Knicks still had an opportunity […] The post Mike Brown laments glaring Game 2 issue that doomed Knicks vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Damian Lillard fires huge reaction to Hawk’s SG CJ McCollum’s wild MSG takeover
Madison Square Garden has a way of turning stars into villains or legends, and on Monday night, CJ McCollum chose legend. The Atlanta Hawks veteran orchestrated a stunning fourth-quarter comeback to edge the New York Knicks 107-106, tying their Eastern Conference first-round series at 1-1 and silencing a rowdy New York crowd. McCollum dominated the […] The post Damian Lillard fires huge reaction to Hawk’s SG CJ McCollum’s wild MSG takeover appeared first on ClutchPoints.
3 Knicks most to blame for brutal Game 2 collapse to Hawks
The New York Knicks’ collapse in Game 2 vs. the Atlanta Hawks stunned Madison Square Garden and abruptly flipped the early momentum of the series. In a 107–106 playoff loss Monday, fans watched a controlled, disciplined performance unravel in the final minutes. What should have been a commanding win instead became a case study in […] The post 3 Knicks most to blame for brutal Game 2 collapse to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mike Brown complains about the different officiating for Jalen Brunson and CJ McCollum – sportingnews.com
Mike Brown complains about the different officiating for Jalen Brunson and CJ McCollum sportingnews.com
Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans
A few years ago, the Atlanta Hawks had a villain on their roster. Star point guard Trae Young had a knack for getting under the skin of other teams’ fans. No fanbase hated Young more than the New York Knicks. In what became Young’s signature moment, the former Hawks guard traumatized Knicks fans with his […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum has become the ‘new’ Trae Young for angry Knicks fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hawks vs. Knicks Post-Game Stats: CJ McCollum Leads Atlanta to Epic Upset to Tie Series
CJ McCollum's standout showing helped Atlanta steal Game 2 of the first round of the playoffs from the New York Knicks.
Mikal Bridges became the internet’s punching bag after choking in Game 2
Mikal Bridges virtually handed out megaphones and amplifiers to his haters with his fourth-quarter no-show Monday on the playoff stage. The New York Knicks swingman missed the potential game-winning shot in the dying seconds of Game 2 in his team’s first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks. With the Knicks trailing 107-106, Bridges’ baseline jumper clanked … The post Mikal Bridges became the internet’s punching bag after choking in Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Knicks fans in freefall after shocking Game 2 collapse to Hawks
The New York Knicks engaged in a heated Game 2 with the Atlanta Hawks. Now fans are in freefall mode after witnessing an epic Knicks collapse during the NBA Playoffs. Once up 100-92, Atlanta rallied to stun NYK 107-106 Monday to even the series 1-1. CJ McCollum snatched the oxygen inside Madison Square Garden with […] The post Knicks fans in freefall after shocking Game 2 collapse to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Knicks Proposed Offseason Trade Package For Kawhi Leonard
The New York Knicks will have a great chance of acquiring Kawhi Leonard at the trade deadline this summer if they fall short in the playoffs. Leonard’s future has become a top NBA story to follow due to many pundits expecting the Los Angeles Clippers to finally trade him. New York is expected to make […] The post Knicks Proposed Offseason Trade Package For Kawhi Leonard appeared first on Heavy Sports.
WATCH: Knicks Mitchell Robinson Gets Into Heated Clash With Dyson Daniels, Ref Pushed
A tense playoff mood turned personal early in Game 2 at Madison Square Garden. Mitchell Robinson and Dyson Daniels got into it after Robinson stepped over Daniels, and the exchange quickly became one of the most combustible moments of the opening quarter. The Knicks had the early edge, but Atlanta was making New York work […] The post WATCH: Knicks Mitchell Robinson Gets Into Heated Clash With Dyson Daniels, Ref Pushed appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Mike Brown reveals 2 keys to keep Karl-Anthony Towns momentum going vs. Hawks
NEW YORK – The New York Knicks’ Game 1 win over the Atlanta Hawks was both the best of times, and worst of times, for Karl-Anthony Towns. The All-Star center finished with 25 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and three blocks on the night. But the path there was a tale of two Towns. Over […] The post Mike Brown reveals 2 keys to keep Karl-Anthony Towns momentum going vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hawks’ CJ McCollum walks back Jalen Brunson foul ‘Broadway show’ comments
Trae Young may not be there this season to add fuel to the Atlanta Hawks-New York Knicks rivalry, but that doesn’t mean there can’t be some fireworks. CJ McCollum and Jalen Brunson were in the media after Game 1, as the Hawks’ guard called out the Knicks’ star for what he thought was an embellishment […] The post Hawks’ CJ McCollum walks back Jalen Brunson foul ‘Broadway show’ comments appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks Prediction, Injury Reports and Starting Lineups Tonight | Game 2, 2026 NBA Playoffs
The New York Knicks have a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Round 1 over the Atlanta Hawks and will look to extend their lead