McCollum's 32 points shone throughout the game as the Hawks rallied to defeat the Knicks 107-106.

April 21st - The Hawks rallied to defeat the Knicks 107-106. McCollum led the Hawks with 32 points, 3 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Kuminga added 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist. For the Knicks, Brunson scored 29 points, 2 rebounds, and 7 assists, and Towns contributed 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists.

At the start of the game, the Knicks built a double-digit lead thanks to Towns and Brunson. The Hawks stopped the bleeding with McCollum's outside shooting. At the end of the first quarter, the Knicks led 32-23. In the second quarter, the Hawks, relying on Kuminga and Walker's repeated attacks on the paint, successfully narrowed the gap and even briefly took the lead. The Knicks, with Brunson and Towns stabilizing the situation, led 61-54 at halftime.

After switching sides, the Knicks extended their lead to double digits thanks to consecutive scores from Brunson and Towns. For the Hawks, McCollum continued his offensive onslaught, while Johnson and Okongu scored both inside and outside. At the end of the third quarter, the Knicks led 91-79. In the final quarter, the Hawks launched a full-scale comeback, scoring repeatedly, with McCollum scoring crucial points to take the lead. Brunson hit a three-pointer to cut the deficit to one point, but the Hawks maintained their composure. Ultimately, the Hawks rallied to defeat the Knicks 107-106 .

Hawks player statistics

McCollum 32 points, 3 rebounds, 6 assists; Kuminga 19 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Johnson 17 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists; Okongwu 15 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist; Walker 9 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists; Daniels 6 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Kispert 4 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist; Vincent 3 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist; Bradley 2 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist.

Knicks player statistics

Brunson 29 points, 2 rebounds, 7 assists; Towns 18 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists; Hart 15 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists; Anunoby 14 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists; Robinson 13 points, 7 rebounds; Bridges 10 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists; Clarkson 7 points, 5 rebounds; McBride 1 rebound; Alvarado 2 rebounds, 3 assists

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