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Hawks' Bradley Stresses Importance of First Playoff Win

4/17/2026

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Tony Bradley, the Hawks' backup center, says winning the first playoff game against the Knicks is crucial.
He recalled Tyrese Haliburton's last-second shot that previously affected the Knicks, underscoring the stakes of close games.
With the Hawks' regular center sidelined, Bradley's role could expand during the series.
Knicks head coach Mike Brown urged focus and told the team to take the series one day at a time.

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Tony Bradley, the Hawks' backup center, says winning the first playoff game against the Knicks is crucial.
He recalled Tyrese Haliburton's last-second shot that previously affected the Knicks, underscoring the stakes of close games.
With the Hawks' regular center sidelined, Bradley's role could expand during the series.
Knicks head coach Mike Brown urged focus and told the team to take the series one day at a time.