On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Jalen Brunson scored 39 points in Game 5, guiding the New York Knicks past the Atlanta Hawks and giving New York the edge in their best-of-seven playoff series.
Brunson’s offensive burst proved decisive in the closely contested matchup, helping the Knicks seize momentum in the first-round showdown. The victory pushes New York in front as the teams head toward Game 6 later this week.
Source: New York Post