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Knicks Collapse: Stephen A. Smith's Double Dose of Pain
22 Apr
Summary
- Stephen A. Smith missed 'First Take' due to dental work.
- The Knicks blew a 12-point fourth-quarter lead to the Hawks.
- This loss tied the playoff series at 1-1 between the teams.
Stephen A. Smith recently missed his hosting duties on ESPN's 'First Take' due to a painful dental procedure. His absence was compounded by the New York Knicks' significant collapse on the court. The team lost 107-106 to the Atlanta Hawks, evening their first-round playoff series at 1-1.
The Knicks held a commanding 12-point advantage entering the final quarter but saw their offense falter, leading to a disappointing loss at home. This pattern of blowing leads has become a concerning trend for the franchise over their past two playoff appearances.
