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Knicks use 'desperate' mindset to make NBA Playoff history in Game 6: 'We wanted to come out and close out the series today'
TL;DR
The Knicks made NBA Playoff history by defeating the Hawks 140-89 in Game 6, setting multiple postseason records. They achieved the largest halftime lead in NBA history at 47 points and the biggest lead in a playoff game at 61 points.
Key points
- Knicks scored 140 points, a franchise playoff record
- Largest halftime lead in NBA Playoff history at 47 points
- Biggest lead in a playoff game in the play-by-play era at 61 points
- Dominated the Hawks in Game 6 of the first-round series
- Closed out the series decisively
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Knicks use 'desperate' mindset to make NBA Playoff history in Game 6: 'We wanted to come out and close out the series today'
It was a historic night for the Knicks in more ways than one.
New York took it to the Hawks in Game 6 of their first-round series on Thursday night, but the way they did it was unprecedented as the Knicks set multiple postseason records in their 140-89 win.
The Knicks' 140 points are the most in a postseason game in franchise history, but the dominating performance goes beyond that. New York built the largest halftime lead in NBA Playoff history (47) and then had the biggest lead in a playoff game in the play-by-play era (61).
And the coaches and players of the Knicks would tell you, it happened on both ends of the floor.
"We had to keep them off the glass and keep them off transition," coach Mike Brown said of the game. "Our guys did a good job of that tonight. Eight fastbreak points, 11 offensive rebounds…14 second chance points. It’s a good night for the two key areas we’ve been talking about the whole series."
"Most importantly, it shows us what we're capable of defensively," Jalen Brunson said of the performance. "I think that's really important. We still have a long road to travel and staying locked in, and knowing what we’re capable of is important."
The Knicks defense held Atlanta to 38 percent shooting (26 percent from three) for the game, collecting 16 steals, six blocks and forcing 19 turnovers in the process.
What got the Knicks started was a terrific first quarter. They outscored the Hawks 40-15, shooting 70 percent from the field compared to Atlanta's 38 percent, but that defensive intensity shone. They forced eight turnovers and stole seven passes.
It was a type of play you see from a team that is trying to stave off elimination, not look to clinch a series. But that's what made Thursday night effective for the Knicks, they utilized that "desperate" mindset early on.
Q&A
What records did the Knicks set in Game 6 against the Hawks?
The Knicks set multiple postseason records, including the most points in a playoff game for the franchise with 140 and the largest halftime lead in NBA history at 47 points.
How did the Knicks perform in their playoff series against the Hawks?
The Knicks dominated the Hawks in their first-round series, closing it out with a decisive 140-89 victory in Game 6.
What was the significance of the Knicks' 140 points in Game 6?
The 140 points scored by the Knicks marked the highest total in a postseason game in franchise history.
What was the largest lead the Knicks had in the playoff game against the Hawks?
The Knicks had the biggest lead in a playoff game in the play-by-play era, reaching a 61-point advantage.
