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Knicks' Mike Brown Highlights Robinson Amid Game 2 Win

4/19/2026

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Mike Brown gained attention for a reaction to a ringing phone during a press conference after the Knicks' 113-102 win over the Hawks.
He discussed Mitchell Robinson's importance despite free-throw struggles as the center faced the Hack-a-Mitch tactic and went 1-for-4.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 25 points, and the Knicks aimed for a 2-0 series lead in Game 2 on April 20, with Brown urging opportunities for Robinson and foul management.

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Mike Brown gained attention for a reaction to a ringing phone during a press conference after the Knicks' 113-102 win over the Hawks.
He discussed Mitchell Robinson's importance despite free-throw struggles as the center faced the Hack-a-Mitch tactic and went 1-for-4.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 25 points, and the Knicks aimed for a 2-0 series lead in Game 2 on April 20, with Brown urging opportunities for Robinson and foul management.