Knicks vs Hawks NBA Playoffs Game 5 schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more

Tonight at Madison Square Garden, the New York Knicks host the Atlanta Hawks in a pivotal Game 5 with the Eastern Conference first-round series tied 2-2. 

Buoyed by a dominant 114-98 road victory in Game 4, where Karl-Anthony Towns posted his first postseason triple-double and OG Anunoby added 22 points, the Knicks return home looking to seize a 3-2 lead and move one step closer to advancing. 

The resilient Hawks, who stole Game 2 in New York and took a brief 2-1 series lead behind strong play from CJ McCollum, must find an answer on the road to force a Game 6 and keep their playoff hopes alive. Here is when and where to catch the action live. 

Knicks vs Hawks NBA Playoffs Game 5 schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more

The Knicks and the Hawks are set to meet each other on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Ball Arena in Denver, at 8:00 PM ET.

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, New York              

Knicks vs Hawks NBA Playoffs Game 5 live streaming and telecast details: Where to watch?

The Knicks vs Hawks NBA Playoffs Game 5 will be available on NBC and NBA League Pass.  

Live Broadcast: NBC
Live Stream: Peacock, NBA League Pass

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