Closing Knicks scenes in Atlanta from The Post
By Bridget Reilly
The Knicks can eliminate the Hawks in Game 6.
The first-round series shifts back in Atlanta with the Knicks ahead, 3-2, and just one win away from advance to the semifinals following a commanding 126-97 win in Game 5.
Or will the pesky Hawks get back in the series and force a final game?
Follow the Post’s live updates for the latest NBA Playoffs news, scores and highlights.
Jalen Brunson after being asked about WrestleMania: “These are the questions I want asked.” 🤣 pic.twitter.com/V7QPpUugvrJalen Brunson finally gets a question he wants to be asked
By Bridget Reilly
Mike Brown comments on Mikal Bridges' 'big night'
By Bridget ReillyMikal Bridges was a pivotal figure of the Knicks first-round series.
He didn't raise his game, as he previously said was in his "DNA" during the playoffs.
Rather, Bridges struggled and failed to earn late-game minutes in two of the games, including in Game 3 when he didn't manage to score any points.
However, in Game 6 he had a breakthrough, scoring 24 points while logging five rebounds and three assists.
Mike Brown talks about Mikal Bridges' performance tonight:
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) May 1, 2026
"It was great. He just did what he's capable of doing. Is he gonna go 10-12 every night? No, but he was aggressive. He took great shots.
I wouldn't let it go unnoticed that his defense was phenomenal. Not only was his… pic.twitter.com/HvZWYu1NzP
Mike Brown answers to Mitchell Robinson ejection
By Bridget ReillyMike Brown was asked about Mitchell Robinson's ejection:
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) May 1, 2026
"That's hard, I haven't seen the film. It's tough because when you're up that big, stuff happens and it's hard. If somebody feels like something that shouldn't have happened to them happened, it's hard to keep your… pic.twitter.com/gMYdrRJgqp
Looking ahead...
By Bridget ReillyKnicks second round SCHEDULE🚨
— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) May 1, 2026
1️⃣Mon 5/4
2️⃣Wed 5/6
3️⃣Fri 5/8
4️⃣Sun 5/10
5️⃣Tue 5/12 (if necessary)
6️⃣Thu 5/14 (if nec)
7️⃣Sun 5/17 (if nec)
Times & TV TBD
If Knicks face Celtics
Games 1&2 will be in Boston
Games 3&4 at MSG
If Sixers
Games 1&2 will be MSG
3&4 in Philly pic.twitter.com/xOI5xAdtrO
Jalen Brunson says Knicks lopsided wins mean 'nothing'
By Bridget ReillyJalen Brunson was asked what the Knicks' three straight lopsided wins do for them as they head into round two:
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) May 1, 2026
"Honestly, nothing. It's something that we're going to have to flush and turn the page and get ready." pic.twitter.com/4S4k9kC4aR
Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 6 win over Hawks: CJ McCollum was no villain after all
By Howie KussoyHeroes and zeros from the Knicks’ 140-89 Game 6 series-clinching win over the Hawks on Thursday night in Atlanta:
Hero
OG Anunoby solidified his standing as the star of the series, saving his best for last.
The 28-year-old was a two-way force, sparking the Knicks early — with 26 points and four steals in the first half — and finishing with 29 points, seven rebounds and two assists, while shooting 11-of-14 from the field, including 4-of-6 on 3-pointers.
76ers force decisive Game 7 on Celtics
By Bridget ReillyThe Knicks will have to wait a little bit longer to find out their Eastern Conference semifinals opponent.
The 76ers fought for their season and beat the Celtics on their home court, 106-93, to push for another game.
Philadelphia was initally down 3-1 in the series and has impressively battled back. While many thought it would be an easy series win for Boston, the 76ers -- when healthy -- have proven to be a threat.
Game 7 will be on Saturday as the time remains TBD.
ICYMI: Shaq hilariously tries to revive Hawks after embarrassing first half against Knicks — it didn’t work
By Thomas Gamba-EllisThe Hawks’ Game 6 deficit to the Knicks got so bad that Shaquille O’Neal tried to revive the team.
During ESPN’s “Inside the NBA” halftime show on Thursday, O’Neal pulled out a mini plushie of Atlanta’s mascot, Harry the Hawk, and performed CPR compressions on it.
“Shaq’s working out some resuscitation techniques. I don’t think that’s gonna work,” host Ernie Johnson said on the broadcast.
Mikal Bridges deadpans in awkward postgame moment
By Bridget ReillyMikal Bridges deadpans when asked if he's ever been a part of such a lopsided game: "When I was in Phoenix and I lost"
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) May 1, 2026
The Suns were down 57-27 to the Mavericks at halftime and lost 123-90 in Game 7 of the 2022 Western Conference Semifinals pic.twitter.com/Z7bvfVmPde
OG Anunoby did 'everything' for Knicks tonight: Mikal Bridges
By Bridget Reilly"Doing everything. Scoring, defense, rebounding, making plays...he's doing everything out there, and that's what we need"
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) May 1, 2026
- Mikal Bridges on OG Anunoby pic.twitter.com/toTbkD8DUk
Meanwhile in Philadelphia....
By Bridget ReillyWith less than five minutes left in the fourth quarter, the 76ers are up 98-80 as they try to force a decisive Game 7 on Saturday in Boston.
Philadelphia carried a 19 point lead into the final frame and even after a slow start to the quarter, they've been able to keep Boston at a distance.
The Knicks will face the winner of this series in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
The 76ers were initally down 3-1 in this series.
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