Atlanta, Apr. 17, 2026 — The Atlanta Hawks will open their playoff matchup with the New York Knicks knowing they must solve a daunting matchup problem: how to handle Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns despite Atlanta’s lack of front-court size.
The situation, outlined Friday by the New York Post, places added pressure on an already undersized Hawks roster. Towns’ scoring ability near the basket and his shooting range are expected to test Atlanta’s defensive schemes throughout the series.
No immediate adjustments were announced, but the Hawks acknowledged the need for strategic tweaks to counter Towns’ presence. The series schedule and specific rotation changes were not disclosed at the time of publication.
Source: New York Post
