The Atlanta Hawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the New York Knicks 107-106, leveling their first-round playoff series at one game apiece. CJ McCollum led the charge with 32 points, including crucial baskets in the final minutes. Despite trailing by 12 after three quarters, the Hawks rallied behind McCollum's heroics and support from Jonathan Kuminga and Jalen Johnson. The Knicks, who had been seeking to take control of the series, were left to ponder what might have been after Mikal Bridges' last-gasp jumper fell short.
In other playoff action, the Minnesota Timberwolves tied their series with the Denver Nuggets, thanks in part to Anthony Edwards' 30 points, while the Cleveland Cavaliers took a 2-0 lead over the Toronto Raptors behind Donovan Mitchell's 30 points and strong defensive play from James Harden and Evan Mobley.