The New York Knicks defeated the Miami Heat 140-132, overcoming the absence of Jalen Brunson due to an ankle sprain and the early loss of OG Anunoby to a hamstring strain. Landry Shamet led the Knicks with a career-high 36 points, with 30 of those coming in the second half.
Karl-Anthony Towns was also instrumental, scoring a game-high 39 points, 31 of which were in the first half, and the Knicks held a lead for the remainder of the game after taking a 64-62 advantage late in the second quarter. Jordan Clarkson provided a significant boost off the bench with a season-high 24 points.
Josh Hart filled in for ball-handling duties, recording a triple-double with 12 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists. Miles McBride also contributed with nine points and four assists.
Mitchell Robinson battled foul trouble but secured eight offensive rebounds, and Mikal Bridges was impactful defensively with seven steals and two blocks. The team's performance was characterized by a "next man up" mentality, with contributions across the roster.
