CJ McCollum Embraces Boos at Madison Square Garden
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Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum leaned into a hostile reception at Madison Square Garden on April 21 2026, relishing the steady stream of boos that rained down from New York Knicks fans.
Throughout the night, the veteran scorer welcomed every jeer, flashing smiles and gesturing to the crowd as he settled into the role of the Garden’s newest villain. The scene marked McCollum’s first appearance at the arena since joining Atlanta, and the lively back-and-forth with spectators became a defining storyline of the game.
Source: New York Post
