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Hawks Rally Past Knicks 107-106, Series Tied 1-1

4/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

CJ McCollum of the Atlanta Hawks scored 32 points as Atlanta rallied from a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Knicks 107-106, tying the series at 1-1.
He produced crucial baskets late, despite missing two free throws.
The performance drew comparisons to former Hawks star Trae Young at Madison Square Garden.
Game 3 will be in Atlanta as the Hawks seek to maintain momentum.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 NBA Finals marked a historic clash between the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets, with the Rockets winning their first championship in seven games. Key players included Hakeem Olajuwon, who averaged 26.9 points per game, and Patrick Ewing, who set a Finals record with 30 blocks. This rivalry echoes today as the Knicks face the Atlanta Hawks, reviving memories of past playoff intensity.

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Story summary

CJ McCollum of the Atlanta Hawks scored 32 points as Atlanta rallied from a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Knicks 107-106, tying the series at 1-1.
He produced crucial baskets late, despite missing two free throws.
The performance drew comparisons to former Hawks star Trae Young at Madison Square Garden.
Game 3 will be in Atlanta as the Hawks seek to maintain momentum.

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