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Hawks Defeat Knicks 107-106 in Game 2 to Even Series at 1-1

The Atlanta Hawks secured a 107-106 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 2 of their series. CJ McCollum's go-ahead shot with 33.5 seconds remaining gave the Hawks a two-point lead, and despite a late 3-pointer from Jalen Brunson, the Knicks could not recover. The series is now tied at 1-1, with Game 3 scheduled for Thursday in Atlanta.

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CJ McCollum made a go-ahead shot with 33.5 seconds left, putting the Hawks ahead by two points. The Knicks had led earlier but were outscored 28-15 in the fourth quarter.

dunk gave the Hawks a 107-103 lead late in the game. Jalen Brunson responded with a 3-pointer with 8.5 seconds remaining, bringing the Knicks within one point. The Knicks were unable to score on their final possession, sealing the Hawks' win.

The teams will travel to Atlanta for Game 3 on Thursday.

The Hawks gained momentum from the road victory after the Knicks won Game 1. The series is part of the NBA playoffs, with both teams competing for advancement.

Key Facts

107-106
final score of Game 2, Hawks over Knicks
28-15
Hawks outscored Knicks in fourth quarter
1-1
series tied after Game 2
Thursday
date of Game 3 in Atlanta

Story Timeline

4 events
  1. 2026-04-21

    Hawks defeat Knicks 107-106 in Game 2, evening series at 1-1.

    1 sourceNew York Post
  2. 2026-04-21 (late game)

    Jalen Brunson hits 3-pointer with 8.5 seconds left, pulling Knicks within one.

    1 sourceNew York Post
  3. 2026-04-21 (late game)

    Jalen Johnson dunks to put Hawks up 107-103.

    1 sourceNew York Post
  4. 2026-04-21 (33.5 seconds left)

    CJ McCollum hits go-ahead shot, putting Hawks ahead by two.

    1 sourceNew York Post

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    The Hawks' win could boost team morale heading into home games.

  2. 02

    Knicks may adjust strategies for Game 3 to address fourth-quarter performance.

  3. 03

    Series extension could increase ticket sales and viewership for upcoming games.

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