Atlanta Hawks eliminated by New York Knicks in worst playoff loss in franchise history
The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 140-89 in Game 6 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs, eliminating them from the postseason. The 51-point loss marks the worst playoff defeat in Atlanta Hawks franchise history since their relocation from St. Louis. The game featured a first-half altercation that led to ejections and set a record for the largest halftime deficit in NBA playoff history.
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