As the final buzzer rang out, the Knicks found themselves down by just one point, heading into Game 4 with a series lead.
Atlanta kicked off Game 3 strong, ultimately securing a 109-108 victory. Jalen Johnson was a standout for the Hawks, contributing 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Jonathan Kuminga made his mark with 21 points off the bench.
Though the Knicks had briefly grabbed a 108-105 lead thanks to Jalen Brunson’s impressive 3-point play with a little over a minute remaining, CJ McCollum of Atlanta then clinched the win with a crucial basket just 12.5 seconds before the end.
As it stands, the Knicks are 1-2 in the best-of-seven series before tonight’s Game 4.
Here’s what you need to know about Knicks vs. Hawks:
- What: NBA Playoffs Round 1, Game 4
- When: April 25th, 6pm Eastern Time
- Where: State Farm Arena (Atlanta, Georgia)
- Channel: NBC
- Streaming: DIRECTV (available for a free trial)
The teams will return to New York for Game 5 on Tuesday, April 28th.
Knicks vs. Hawks start time:
Game 3 is set for tonight, April 25th, at 6pm ET.
How to watch Knicks vs. Hawks for free:
If you don’t have cable, there are live TV streaming services that offer free streaming options. DIRECTV is currently one of the best places to catch the games live, with a five-day free trial available that includes NBC, along with several other channels necessary for the NBA season. After the trial, subscriptions start at around $44.99 per month for over 90 live channels.
Another option is fubo, which also provides a five-day free trial and has plans starting similarly.
Knicks vs. Hawks 1st round playoff schedule:
- Game 1: Knicks 113 Hawks 102
- Game 2: Knicks 106, Hawks 107
- Game 3: Knicks 108, Hawks 109
- Game 4: April 25th at 6pm ET (NBC)
- Game 5: April 28, 8pm ET (NBC)
- Game 6: April 30th*
- Game 7: May 2nd*
* Date is subject to change depending on the series outcome.
Key dates for the NBA Playoffs:
- April 18th: NBA playoffs first round begins
- June 3rd: NBA Finals Game 1
