The injury-hit New York Knicks extended their winning streak to nine games with a 119-103 victory against the Utah Jazz. Despite missing key players, the Knicks showcased their resilience, led by stellar performances from Josh Hart and Karl-Anthony Towns. Towns made history, becoming the third Knicks player ever to achieve at least 30 points and 10 rebounds in three consecutive games.
The Knicks now boast a 24-10 record but faced challenges with star point guard Jalen Brunson sidelined due to a calf issue and back-up guard Miles McBride out with a hamstring injury. The Jazz, meanwhile, struggled, falling to their fifth straight loss with a 7-25 record.
Around the NBA: Other Highlights
- Nikola Jokic recorded his 14th triple-double of the season with 23 points, 17 rebounds, and 15 assists as the Denver Nuggets defeated the Atlanta Hawks 139-120.
- The Detroit Pistons secured a 105-96 victory over the Orlando Magic, though the game was overshadowed by a serious leg injury to star point guard Jaden Ivey, who was stretchered off in the fourth quarter.
- The Toronto Raptors ended an 11-game losing streak with a 130-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets.
- The New Orleans Pelicans suffered their 11th consecutive defeat, falling to the Miami Heat.
- The Sacramento Kings staged a late comeback to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 113-107 in California.
- The Houston Rockets returned to form with a 110-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
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