Knicks overwhelm Hawks in Game 5, grab 3-2 series lead
The New York Knicks dominated the Atlanta Hawks in Game 5, winning 126-97 at Madison Square Garden to take a 3-2 series lead in the first-round playoff matchup. Jalen Brunson scored 39 points while Karl-Anthony Towns recorded a double-double with 16 points and 14 rebounds. The Knicks shot 57% from the field and maintained control throughout, never allowing the Hawks to gain momentum. Atlanta struggled offensively, particularly CJ McCollum, who was limited to six points on 3-for-10 shooting.
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