When it comes to playoff basketball, there’s no place like New York. The Knicks create the most electric environment in the league while playing in the postseason, and MSG becomes a must-see place.

This year will be no different. The No. 3 Knicks enter as a top contender, first facing the No. 6 Hawks for a first round series.

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Last season was a year to remember, even despite a conference finals loss. But New York learned and returns even more determined to play in its first finals since 1999. Can Mike Brown accomplish just that in his first season?

Madison Square Garden will be packed when the Knicks begin their playoff hunt. Here’s how you can join the fun and get tickets to every game.

Knicks 2026 playoff tickets

Tickets to Knicks playoff games are available now on StubHub!

New York begins its postseason journey against Atlanta. Currently, prices for Game 1 at Madison Square Garden start at $400. Game 7, if necessary, costs $520.

Click below for an updated look at availability.

Knicks 2026 playoff schedule

The No. 3 Knicks will kick off their 2026 playoffs against the No. 6 Hawks.

Below is a schedule of the series matchup.

First roundDateGameTime (ET)Sat., April 18Game 1: vs. Hawks6 p.m.TBDGame 2: vs. HawksTBDTBDGame 3: at HawksTBDTBDGame 4: at HawksTBDTBDGame 5: vs. Hawks*TBDTBDGame 6: at Hawks*TBDTBDGame 7: vs. Hawks*TBD

*If necessary

NBA Playoff dates

The road to an NBA Championship begins now with the play-in tournament. In just a matter of days, though, the playoffs will officially begin.

Below is a look at key dates for the 2026 postseason.

April 14-17: Play-In TournamentApril 18: Playoffs beginJune 3: Finals Game 1June 19: Finals Game 7 (if necessary)NBA Playoff bracket, matchups

Below are the finalized 2026 NBA playoff and Play-In Tournament matchups. Click here for tickets to any and every game.

Eastern Conference Playoffs

(1) Pistons vs. (8) Play-In Winner(4) Cavaliers vs. (5) Raptors(3) Knicks vs. (6) Hawks(2) Celtics vs. (7) Play-In Winner

Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament

(7) 76ers vs. (8) Magic(9) Hornets vs. (10) Heat

Western Conference Playoffs

(1) Thunder vs. (8) Play-In Winner(4) Lakers vs. (5) Rockets(3) Nuggets vs. (6) Timberwolves(2) Spurs vs. (7) Play-In Winner

Western Conference Play-In Tournament

(7) Suns vs. (8) Trail Blazers(9) Clippers vs. (10) Warriors