New York’s explosive first half built a 32-point cushion, with Jalen Brunson leading the charge.
On Wednesday, Nov. 4, New York poured in 84 first-half points and took an 84-52 lead into the break, outscoring Chicago 43-21 in the first quarter and 41-31 in the second. Jalen Brunson had 26 points on 8-for-11 shooting, including 4-for-6 from three, while OG Anunoby added 18 points and made 11 of 12 free throws. Karl-Anthony Towns chipped in 11 points and eight rebounds as the Knicks turned a 3-4 record and 17th-ranked power index into a commanding edge over the 1-6, 29th-ranked Bulls. New York has extended the lead to 90-54 early in the third; after the break, watch whether Chicago can slow Brunson and find a response.
Key Performers
Jalen Brunson (Knicks): 26 PTS, 8-11 FG, 4-6 3PT OG Anunoby (Knicks): 18 PTS, 11-12 FT Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks): 11 PTS, 8 REB