Towns' playoff triple-double lifts Knicks to Game Four
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ATLANTA — Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first postseason triple-double on Saturday night, leading the New York Knicks to a 114-98 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena that tied the first-round series at 2-2. OG Anunoby scored 22 points and Jalen Brunson added 19 as the Knicks took control early and held a large halftime lead.
The win denied the Hawks a chance to regain series advantage and sends the matchup back to Madison Square Garden for Game 5 on Tuesday; the series is scheduled to return to Atlanta for Game 6 on Thursday. Team comments emphasized defensive intensity and opportunistic passing, and official NBA statistics recorded Towns' 20 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
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Timeline
- 1. Regular season: Towns led the league with 56 double-doubles.
- 2. Early in the first-round series the Knicks lost back-to-back games.
- 3. Saturday night: Knicks beat Hawks 114-98; Towns recorded first playoff triple-double.
- 4. Series tied 2-2; Knicks lead at halftime in Game 4 was 68-44.
- 5. Game 5 scheduled Tuesday in New York; Game 6 scheduled Thursday in Atlanta.
Why it matters
This is a comeback story. The Knicks, after losing two games in a row, rallied to tie the series. It's a reminder that setbacks aren't the end. If you're a fan, Tuesday's Game 5 at Madison Square Garden is a must-watch.
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