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Knicks Crush Hawks 140-89, Advance with 61-Point Lead

5/3/2026

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Knicks Blowout

The New York Knicks beat the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 Thursday, advancing to the second round and ending Atlanta’s season.
The Knicks built a 61-point lead before easing intensity in the third quarter.
Mike Breen told Alan Hahn that calling a blowout is the hardest part of a broadcast.
Tim Legler and Richard Jefferson said the three-person booth lacks chemistry after only working together this season, recalling similar margins.

Summary

Knicks Dominate

Knicks outscored Atlanta by 105 points, making the series the most lopsided six-game series in NBA history.
Hawks’ net rating fell from +20.3 to –14.4 in the series, while New York posted +18.1.
Atlanta finished the regular season 46-36, earning its first playoff appearance since 2024.
Jalen Johnson posted 21 points, eight rebounds and six assists in Game 6 and averaged 22.5 points, 10.3 rebounds and 7.9 assists.

Summary

Knicks Annihilate

At a Downtown Manhattan book launch, a fan’s phone displayed a 72-22 halftime score.
The narrator tapped the stranger, assuming a box-score glitch before realizing the result.
Spectators described the moment as “epically sad” for Hawks fans, highlighting its emotional impact.
Social-media posts from the venue echoed public amazement at the Knicks’ historic lead.

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Knicks Blowout

The New York Knicks beat the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 Thursday, advancing to the second round and ending Atlanta’s season.
The Knicks built a 61-point lead before easing intensity in the third quarter.
Mike Breen told Alan Hahn that calling a blowout is the hardest part of a broadcast.
Tim Legler and Richard Jefferson said the three-person booth lacks chemistry after only working together this season, recalling similar margins.

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