NBA playoffs: new MSG villain McCollum leads Hawks back from 12 down to stun Knicks
Summary
CJ McCollum scored 32 points to help the Atlanta Hawks come back from a 12-point deficit and win 107-106 against the New York Knicks in Game 2 of their NBA playoff series. The Hawks tied the series 1-1, and despite missing two late free throws, McCollum and his teammates held on to the lead as the Knicks missed a last-second shot.Key Facts
- The Hawks trailed by 12 points after three quarters but rallied to win the game.
- CJ McCollum scored 32 points and made key baskets in the final minutes.
- The Hawks now lead the series tied 1-1 against the Knicks in the first playoff round.
- Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 29 points, and Karl-Anthony Towns scored 18.
- The Knicks had been 40-1 in playoff games when leading by 12 or more after three quarters before this loss.
- McCollum was traded to the Hawks in January from Washington in exchange for Trae Young.
- Other playoff games included Minnesota beating Denver to tie their series and Cleveland beating Toronto 2-0.
- The Hawks will host Game 3 on Thursday.
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