Jalen Brunson's Late Surge Leads Knicks to Narrow Victory Over Hawks
Jalen Brunson scores 17 in fourth, Knicks’ win potential playoff preview vs. Hawks
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Jalen Brunson scored 17 points in the fourth quarter, leading the New York Knicks to a 108-105 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Brunson finished with a game-high 30 points and 13 assists, showcasing his clutch performance as the Knicks prepare for a potential playoff matchup against the Hawks.
- 01Jalen Brunson scored 30 points and had 13 assists, with 17 points in the fourth quarter.
- 02Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 36 points for the Hawks, including seven three-pointers.
- 03Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 21 points and 12 rebounds for the Knicks.
- 04The game featured a late controversial shot attempt by C.J. McCollum that was ruled off.
- 05The Knicks are gearing up for a challenging stretch against playoff contenders.
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In a thrilling matchup at State Farm Arena, the New York Knicks edged the Atlanta Hawks 108-105, thanks to a stellar fourth-quarter performance from Jalen Brunson. Brunson, who finished with a game-high 30 points and 13 assists, scored 17 points in the final period alone, including a crucial go-ahead shot with under a minute remaining. The Hawks' C.J. McCollum attempted a last-second shot that was ruled off after a review, sealing the Knicks' victory. Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the Hawks with 36 points, including seven three-pointers, but the Knicks' size advantage, with Karl-Anthony Towns contributing 21 points and 12 rebounds, proved decisive. This game marks the first of four potential playoff previews between the two teams as the Knicks prepare for a challenging schedule against other playoff contenders.
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The Knicks' victory strengthens their playoff positioning as they face tough opponents in the coming days.
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