Hawks Edge Knicks 121-116 in Atlanta

The Atlanta Hawks defeated the New York Knicks 121-116 in a closely contested matchup on November 6, 2024. Rookie Zaccharie Risacher had a breakout performance, scoring a career-high 33 points and leading the Hawks to victory. Despite the Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns putting up 34 points and 16 rebounds, they struggled with their shooting and lost crucial points in the paint and on second-chance opportunities. The game remained tight throughout, but a late 9-1 run by the Hawks proved decisive. This loss marked the Knicks' second consecutive defeat, concluding their four-game road trip with a 2-2 record. They will return to Madison Square Garden to face the Milwaukee Bucks next.