Knicks say they’ve tuned out the plaudits — that’s exactly how it should be
The New York Knicks have received increased praise during the 2026 NBA playoffs after a strong performance against the Atlanta Hawks. Despite the newfound attention, the team has emphasized staying focused and ignoring external acclaim. Their playoff success has shifted perceptions from a previously inconsistent regular-season team to a serious postseason contender.
- ▪The Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
- ▪Jalen Brunson made a key 3-point shot during the game.
- ▪The Hawks are accused of manipulating their playoff seeding to avoid the Cleveland Cavaliers and face the Knicks instead.
- ▪The Knicks were previously seen as disinterested during the regular season.
- ▪The team is now receiving widespread respect and media attention.
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New York Knicks Mike Vaccaro Knicks say they’ve tuned out the plaudits — that’s exactly how it should be By Mike Vaccaro Published May 2, 2026, 8:05 p.m. ET New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson reacts after he hits a 3-point shot in Game 5. JASON SZENES FOR THE NEW YORK POST These have been an unfamiliar few days for the Knicks. These have been days plush with plaudits, rife with respect, overdosing on overpraise. Remember the start of “Goodfellas,” when young Henry Hill talks about how differently the neighborhood kids treated him after they learned he was hooked up with Paulie’s crew? “One day? One day, some of the kids from the neighborhood carried my mother’s groceries all the way home.
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