The New York Knicks set a record for the biggest halftime lead in NBA playoff history, leading the Atlanta Hawks 83-36 in Game 6 of the 2026 playoffs. The game featured a remarkable 67-13 scoring run by the Knicks.
Key points
Knicks set record for biggest halftime lead in NBA playoffs
Halftime score was 83-36 against the Hawks
Knicks had a 67-13 scoring run
Dyson Daniels and Mitchell Robinson were ejected
Game 6 took place in the 2026 NBA playoffs
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Biggest blowouts in NBA playoffs history as Knicks set record vs Hawks
After some early trepidation, it seems the New York Knicks will comfortably get by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
In fact, the Knicks will do so in historic fashion. The team jumped out to the biggest halftime lead in NBA postseason history in Game 6, leading 83-36 after a first half that saw a 67-13 run.
Can the Knicks finish the game with the most lopsided win ever in the NBA? Here are the 10 biggest playoff blowouts in league history, via Statmuse:
Biggest blowouts in NBA playoffs history
New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado (5) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
Q&A
What is the biggest halftime lead in NBA playoff history?
The biggest halftime lead in NBA playoff history is 47 points, set by the New York Knicks against the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 of the 2026 playoffs.
How did the Knicks perform against the Hawks in the 2026 playoffs?
The Knicks dominated the Hawks in the 2026 playoffs, particularly in Game 6, where they achieved a historic halftime lead.
What caused the ejections during the Knicks vs. Hawks game?
Dyson Daniels and Mitchell Robinson were ejected following a heated scrum that escalated during the game.
What was the scoring run during the Knicks vs. Hawks Game 6?
The Knicks had an impressive scoring run of 67-13 during the first half of Game 6 against the Hawks.
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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown on the sideline against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder on the sideline against the New York Knicks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) is defended by Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) drives past Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) and New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reach for a rebound in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) and New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) dives for a loose ball in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) shoots against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado (5) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado (5) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Hawks during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown on the sideline against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder on the sideline against the New York Knicks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) is defended by Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) drives past Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) and New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reach for a rebound in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) and New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) dives for a loose ball in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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Knicks vs Hawks in Game 6 of first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) shoots against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
