Knicks’ 47-point halftime lead vs. Hawks sets record for largest in NBA playoff history
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- The New York Knicks dominated the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 at State Farm Arena, establishing a record-breaking 47-point halftime lead, the largest in NBA playoff history, and went on to win 140-89 to close out the series.
- The Knicks shot an impressive 65.1% from the field and 43.8% from three-point range in the first half, with OG Anunoby leading the charge with 26 points on 10-of-12 shooting.
- A physical altercation occurred late in the first half when Hawks forward Dyson Daniels elbowed Knicks center Mitchell Robinson, leading to both players receiving technical fouls and ejections.
- The Knicks’ defensive pressure was intense, recording 12 steals in the first half—matching the Hawks’ total field goals made during that period.
- The 47-point halftime margin surpassed previous records held by the Indiana Pacers (41 points in 2025) and Cleveland Cavaliers (41 points in 2017), highlighting the Knicks’ overwhelming performance.
