HAWKS POSTCAST: Atlanta Hawks Claim Game 3 Thriller Versus New York Knicks At State Farm Arena

The Locked On Hawks Postcast recaps the Atlanta Hawks' narrow 109-108 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 3 at State Farm Arena, giving the Hawks a 2-1 series lead. Host Taneetra Batiste and NBA analyst Deshaun Tate break down the game’s pivotal moments, emphasizing the Hawks’ defensive intensity, transition offense, and ability to convert turnovers into points—especially key in a tightly contested game where the Knicks had 18 turnovers but only scored 18 points off them, while the Hawks turned theirs into 21. The episode highlights Jalen Johnson’s breakout performance—24 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists—as the Player of the Game, showing the kind of all-around impact that defines a true franchise player. Jonathan Kaminga also emerges as a crucial X-Factor with 21 points off the bench, proving his value as a starter-caliber contributor. The Hawks’ depth, defensive discipline, and energized fan base at State Farm Arena are celebrated as key factors in their resilience. The hosts stress the importance of finishing strong in the playoffs, urging fans to show up in full force for Game 4 to maintain pressure on the Knicks.