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McCollum 32, Hawks Host Knicks in Tied Series

4/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Hawks host the Knicks on Thursday, April 23, 2026 for Game 3 after tying the series 1-1.
CJ McCollum scored 32 points for Atlanta while Jalen Brunson had 29 for New York in Game 2.
Atlanta shot 49% and had fewer turnovers, while the Knicks made 17 of 27 free throws.
DraftKings lists both teams at –110 moneyline, the Hawks favored by 1.5 points, total 216.5, with the Hawks 45-39 ATS this season.

History

Historical Context

The 1976 NBA Finals featured the Boston Celtics defeating the Phoenix Suns, marking Boston's 13th championship. The Celtics, led by John Havlicek, triumphed in a historic Game 5 that went into triple overtime, often hailed as one of the greatest games in NBA history. This victory solidified the Celtics' legacy, paralleling today's competitive playoff landscape where teams like the Hawks and Knicks strive for similar glory.

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Story summary

The Hawks host the Knicks on Thursday, April 23, 2026 for Game 3 after tying the series 1-1.
CJ McCollum scored 32 points for Atlanta while Jalen Brunson had 29 for New York in Game 2.
Atlanta shot 49% and had fewer turnovers, while the Knicks made 17 of 27 free throws.
DraftKings lists both teams at –110 moneyline, the Hawks favored by 1.5 points, total 216.5, with the Hawks 45-39 ATS this season.

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