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The New York Knicks edged the Atlanta Hawks 108–105 on April 6 at State Farm Arena in a defensive struggle that finished well below the Vegas total of 226.5 points. Jalen Brunson led New York with 30 points, while OG Anunoby contributed 22 in a balanced offensive attack; the Knicks shot 50 percent from the field and distributed 29 assists despite committing 15 turnovers. Atlanta's Nicolas Alexander-Walker scored a game-high 36 points and was supported by John Johnson's 21, but the Hawks managed only 40 percent shooting and made 16 three-pointers compared to New York's 11. The Knicks dominated the third quarter 28–22, establishing crucial separation that proved decisive down the stretch. New York's suffocating defense held Atlanta to a 107.7 offensive rating while generating 9 steals and 7 blocks, though the Hawks' 48 rebounds nearly matched the Knicks' 47. The victory keeps New York's playoff positioning intact as the teams prepare for their next matchup.
