The New York Knicks head into Game 6 of their first-round playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks with a chance to advance, but key injury uncertainty surrounds Josh Hart.
Tip-off is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, at 7:00 PM ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. New York leads the series 3-2 after winning Games 4 and 5, shifting momentum after a tight five-game stretch.
The only listed injury concern for the Knicks is Josh Hart, who is officially questionable. Hart is dealing with a lower back contusion and a right high ankle issue, putting his availability in doubt for a potential closeout game.
Across the series, Hart has been one of New York’s most complete contributors, averaging a double-digit rebounding impact at 10.0 boards per game. He has also provided 4.8 assists per contest, adding secondary playmaking alongside Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
The Knicks will closely monitor his status given his role as a perimeter defender and transition connector.
On the Atlanta side, the only confirmed absence is Jock Landale, who has been ruled out due to a sprain. While not a primary rotation centerpiece, his absence reduces frontcourt depth behind Onyeka Okongwu.
Atlanta enters Game 6 after dropping Games 4 and 5, including a 97-126 loss in the most recent matchup in New York.
CJ McCollum leads the Hawks in the series with 20.8 points per game, while Jalen Johnson contributes 19.2 points and 7.6 rebounds. Okongwu has also been efficient inside, shooting over 61% from the field during the playoffs.
For New York, Jalen Brunson remains the primary offensive engine at 28.2 points and 5.8 assists per game. Karl-Anthony Towns continues to anchor the interior with 20.0 points and 11.4 rebounds per contest on elite efficiency.
OG Anunoby has provided consistent two-way production, scoring 20.0 points while shooting nearly 57% from the field. The Knicks have also benefited from balanced contributions across the rotation, including Mikal Bridges and Miles McBride.
Game 6 carries elimination pressure for Atlanta, while New York attempts to close the series and avoid a return to Madison Square Garden for Game 7.
