Knicks vs Hawks Game 1 RECAP: Jalen Brunson Dominates, KAT Closes Strong | Knicks Win 113-102

The New York Knicks open the 2026 NBA Playoffs with a 113-102 Game 1 win over the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden. CP The Fanchise and the KFTV team break down Jalen Brunson’s monster first quarter, Karl-Anthony Towns taking over late, and what still needs to improve if the Knicks want a deep playoff run. The guys discuss Brunson as the clear closer, Towns’ second-half adjustment, OG Anunoby’s two-way impact, Josh Hart’s hustle, Jordan Clarkson’s key bench minutes, and concerns with the second unit ball handling. Plus key stats of the night, player of the game, role player of the game, and what to expect in Game 2. Knicks lead the series 1-0. 📲 Subscribe for Knicks playoff coverage all postseason long. Subscribe On Youtube Shop KFTV Merch Follow Us: 📲DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/Syaj8an 📲KFTV TWITTER: https://twitter.com/knicksfantv 📲CP's TWITTER: https://twitter.com/cpthefanchise 📲KFTV IG: https://instagram.com/knicksfantv/ 📲CP's IG: https://instagram.com/cpthefanchise/ 📲TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@knicksfantv 📲FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/KnicksFanTVFBJoin Our Mailing List to stay informed on new, future content and events! 📩 http://bit.ly/kftvnews 📩 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.