The New York Knicks achieved a historic 47-point halftime lead in Game 6 against the Atlanta Hawks on April 30, 2026. They won decisively with a score of 140-89, advancing to the second round of the NBA playoffs.
The Knicks dominated from the start, shooting 65.1 percent from the field in the first half. They led by as much as 56 points during the game. All 15 players on the Knicks scored.
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded a triple-double with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. OG Anunoby led all scorers with 29 points, making an impressive 10-of-12 shooting.
This victory marks a significant turnaround for the Knicks, who were previously down 2-1 in the series. They won three consecutive games to secure their spot in the next round.
Key statistics:
- The Knicks scored a total of 140 points.
- The Hawks managed to score only 89 points.
- The halftime score was 83-36, showcasing their dominance.
Avery Bradley, a guard for the Celtics, commented on the game saying, “It’s honestly just embarrassing.” Jaylen Brown added, “We got our ass kicked.” This reflects how surprising and significant this win was.
The Knicks will face either the Boston Celtics or Philadelphia 76ers in their next playoff matchup.