Towns' playoff triple-double lifts Knicks to Game Four
PUBLISHED Apr 25, 2026, 11:19 PM ET
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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.
By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Regular season: Towns led the league with 56 double-doubles.
- Early in the first-round series the Knicks lost back-to-back games.
- Saturday night: Knicks beat Hawks 114-98; Towns recorded first playoff triple-double.
- Series tied 2-2; Knicks lead at halftime in Game 4 was 68-44.
- Game 5 scheduled Tuesday in New York; Game 6 scheduled Thursday in Atlanta.
News Intelligence
- 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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The New York Knicks organization, players, and franchise stakeholders benefited from a decisive Game 4 victory that tied the series and improved their home-court prospects heading into Game 5 at Madison Square Garden.
The Atlanta Hawks, their coaching staff, and local fans suffered a 114-98 loss that diminished home momentum and required tactical adjustments before Game 5.
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