The New York Knicks won against the Atlanta Hawks 90-82 in their NBA 2K25 Summer League match at Cox Pavilion on Saturday.
Knicks Take Control
New York maintained the advantage for the last 25 minutes, clinching the win with a dominant 25-17 performance in the second quarter. The Knicks had a shooting percentage of 41.9% overall and an impressive 43.5% from beyond the arc, while the Hawks were limited to 34.6% shooting from the field and 32.7% from three-point range. The Knicks controlled the rebounds, out-rebounding the Hawks 60-46 and scoring twice as many points in the paint, 40-20.
Key Performances
The Knicks’ bench made important contributions in the game, with a record of 3 wins and 2 losses. Off the bench, Obadiah Noel had 15 points along with two assists and two steals. Ariel Hukporti led the starting lineup with 10 points and seven rebounds. Rokas Jokubaitis contributed 12 points, five rebounds, and five assists while also coming off the bench.
Hawks’ Efforts
Even with all their hard work, the Hawks (0-5) were unable to achieve victory. Atlanta was guided by Keaton Wallace, who contributed 23 points, six rebounds, nine assists, and three steals. Jordan Bowden tallied 16 points, along with three rebounds and two steals. Dylan Windler contributed 14 points, five rebounds, and two assists, Miles Norris scored 12 points and grabbed nine rebounds.
Conclusion of Summer League Play
This game signaled the conclusion of the Summer League for Knicks and Hawks. The Knicks’ success in the game was largely due to their well-rounded offense and impressive play from the bench. Both teams are now looking forward, thinking about their Summer League experiences as they get ready for the upcoming season.
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