Knicks to Face Hawks in 2026 NBA Playoffs First Round
Knicks set to face Hawks in first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
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The New York Knicks will face the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs after key victories by other teams. The Knicks won the regular season series 2-1, but the Hawks previously eliminated them in the 2021 playoffs. This matchup marks a significant change for both teams.
- 01Knicks secured playoff spot against Hawks after Boston, Miami, and Toronto victories.
- 02New York won the regular season series against Atlanta 2-1.
- 03The Knicks ended the Hawks' 13-game home winning streak in their last meeting.
- 04This will be the fourth playoff matchup between the two teams.
- 05Trae Young's departure marks a significant roster change for Atlanta since their last playoff encounter.
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The New York Knicks are set to face the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs following crucial wins by other teams on Sunday. The Knicks have a slight edge in their regular season matchups, winning the series 2-1 against the Hawks, with both victories coming in close games. Their latest encounter saw New York snap Atlanta's impressive 13-game home winning streak. This playoff series will be the fourth meeting between the two teams, with the Hawks having eliminated the Knicks in five games during the 2021 playoffs. The Knicks, led by Jalen Brunson, aim to change their fortunes this time around, especially with Trae Young no longer on the Hawks' roster.
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