The Atlanta Hawks secured a 108-100 victory over the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup quarterfinals, with Trae Young leading the charge. The game highlighted the Knicks' struggles with officiating and physicality, as OG Anunoby suffered a missed foul call that could have changed the outcome.

Despite a strong performance from Karl-Anthony Towns, who recorded 19 points and 19 rebounds, foul trouble limited his impact. The Knicks' defense faltered against Atlanta's aggressive style, exposing their vulnerabilities as they seek to establish consistency.

As the Knicks aim for a championship, time is of the essence to integrate their offseason additions and find their rhythm, but the path forward remains uncertain.