Brunson and Hart Propel Knicks to Triumph Over Magic

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Brunson and Hart Propel Knicks to Triumph Over Magic

The New York Knicks secured a significant victory against the Orlando Magic, with a final score reflecting their strong performance at home. This win marked the Knicks’ advancement to a remarkable home record of 13-1.

Key Player Contributions

Jalen Brunson played a pivotal role in the Knicks’ success, particularly in the third quarter, contributing crucial points during a game-changing run. He finished the night with 10 points in that period. OG Anunoby led the scoring for New York with 21 points and grabbed seven rebounds.

Mikal Bridges also showed up for the Knicks, finishing with 12 points, seven rebounds, and six assists. Despite missing center Karl-Anthony Towns due to calf tightness, the Knicks managed to dominate.

Orlando’s Struggles

For the Magic, Desmond Bane was a standout with 16 points and six rebounds. However, the game was marred by the early departure of star forward Franz Wagner. He suffered a lower leg injury just seven minutes into the game after attempting a dunk. Wagner had been averaging 23.4 points per game this season and his injury left a significant void in the lineup.

Game Highlights

The Knicks opened the third quarter with a 13-0 run.
They outscored the Magic 28-18 in the third period.
A 7-0 run at the start of the fourth quarter pushed their lead to 89-73.
Bane received a technical foul for his actions in the fourth quarter.

As the Magic recover from their injuries, they are set to host the Miami Heat for the NBA Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Knicks will travel to Toronto for their own quarterfinal matchup.