Knicks look to secure series win over the Hawks

The New York Knicks are set to face the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first round, with the Knicks leading the series 3-2. In their last encounter, the Knicks secured a dominant 126-97 victory, with Jalen Brunson scoring 39 points. The Hawks, who have a 27-25 record in conference games, are known for their close matches, while the Knicks boast a strong 35-17 conference record and excel in rebounding. The Hawks have a slightly better shooting percentage than the Knicks allow, but the Knicks make more three-pointers on average. Key players include Dyson Daniels and CJ McCollum for the Hawks, and Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby for the Knicks. The Hawks have struggled recently, going 4-6 in their last 10 games, while the Knicks have been more successful with a 7-3 record. The Hawks will be without Jock Landale due to an ankle injury. QUESTION: How might the outcome of this series impact the future strategies of both the Knicks and the Hawks? 

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