Anunoby and Brunson Lead Knicks to Victory Over Timberwolves
OG Anunoby scored 25 points, and Jalen Brunson contributed 23 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds, helping the New York Knicks defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 137-114 on Wednesday night. The victory marked the Knicks' perfect 5-0 record at Madison Square Garden this season.
Anthony Edwards Returns from Injury
Anthony Edwards made his return after missing four games due to a strained right hamstring, scoring 15 points in 29 minutes. Despite his effort, the Timberwolves were outscored by 25 points while he was on the court, struggling to maintain competitiveness against the Knicks.
Knicks Dominate Second Half
- The Knicks trailed by four points at halftime but outscored the Timberwolves 83-56 in the second half.
- New York secured 21 offensive rebounds, converting them into 31 second-chance points.
- Julius Randle led with 32 points, including 18 in the first half on 6-for-10 shooting.
- Donte DiVincenzo added 21 points and set a Knicks record with 283 three-pointers made in the 2023-24 season.
Notable Performances and Moments
Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds in the arena where he once played before being traded to Minnesota in a deal that brought him to New York. Brunson and Anunoby sparked a 10-0 run in the third quarter to give the Knicks a 76-67 lead, temporarily halted by Edwards' three-point play—the first basket he scored since early in the second quarter.
"The Knicks outworked the Timberwolves, turning 21 offensive rebounds into 31 second-chance points."
Josh Hart also contributed 18 points, reinforcing the Knicks' dominance and teamwork during the second half.
Author's summary: Strong performances from Anunoby, Brunson, and Randle powered the Knicks to a commanding win over the Timberwolves, overshadowing Edwards' return from injury.
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