Knicks Set for Game 2 in Playoff Series Against Hawks
After a brief break, the New York Knicks are back in action for Game 2 of the first round of the 2026 playoffs, facing off against the Atlanta Hawks.
In their previous game on Saturday, the Knicks secured a solid victory, leading for most of the match with a final score of 113-102.
Jalen Brunson led the way with an impressive 28 points, while the other starters—OG Anunoby, Josh Hart, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Mikal Bridges—contributed a combined 54 points.
Knicks head coach Mike Brown, reflecting on the win, mentioned, “We have a lot of depth on this team, and we feel like anyone can start at any time. For us, it’s about making sacrifices and not stressing over shots or minutes.” It’s interesting, right? That kind of team mentality can really make a difference in tight postseason games.
Game Details
- What: NBA Playoffs Round 1, Game 2
- When: April 20th at 8pm ET
- Where: Madison Square Garden, New York
- Channel: NBC
- Streaming: DIRECTV (Try it for free)
Following tonight’s matchup, the series will shift to Atlanta for Game 3 on Thursday.
Viewing Information
For those interested, the game kicks off at 8:00 pm ET today. If cable isn’t your thing, there are options to stream the game for free. For example, DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial, which includes access to NBC and various other channels—definitely worth considering if you’re looking to catch some live basketball.
Sling TV also presents a cost-effective alternative, with plans that start at $19.99 per month. It’s quite a deal to stay tuned in during the playoffs.
Playoff Schedule
- Game 1: Knicks 113, Hawks 102
- Game 2: April 20th, 8pm ET (NBC)
- Game 3: April 23rd, 7pm ET (Prime Video)
- Game 4: April 25th, 6pm ET (NBC)
- Game 5: April 28th*
- Game 6: April 30th*
- Game 7: May 2nd*
*Games may be played as needed.
Key Dates in the NBA Playoffs
- April 18th: NBA playoffs first round begins
- June 3rd: NBA Finals Game 1





