The New York Knicks have moved within striking distance of advancing in the playoffs, putting the Atlanta Hawks on the verge of elimination.
With Jalen Brunson delivering an impressive 39-point showcase, the Knicks dominated the Hawks with a decisive 126-97 victory during Game 5 at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night.
This triumph gives the Knicks a 3-2 lead in the series, positioning them to potentially secure a spot in the second round with another win in Atlanta on Thursday night.
Adding to Brunson’s standout performance, OG Anunoby contributed 17 points, Karl-Anthony Towns added 16, while Jose Alvarado and Jeremy Sochan chipped in with 12 and 10 points, respectively, all scoring in double digits.