
Image credits: Source Link
The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 114-113 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night, thanks to OG Anunoby's game-winning 3-pointer with 5.1 seconds remaining. The Knicks were trailing for most of the game but managed to rally in the fourth quarter, with Anunoby's shot proving to be the decisive moment. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 23 points and six assists, while Deuce McBride added 17 points off the bench.
The Grizzlies had taken a 10-point lead in the second half, but the Knicks' bench sparked a comeback, allowing them to grab their first lead of the night in the fourth quarter. From there, it was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading buckets and playing competitive defense. Brunson re-ignited his clutch gene with a go-ahead 3-pointer with 23 seconds left, but Ja Morant responded with a tough and-one layup to put Memphis up by two. However, Brunson's kick-out to Anunoby in the left corner led to the made bucket, and a great defensive stop on the ensuing possession sealed the win for New York.
The Knicks have had their issues on the defensive side this season, but their clutch scoring and incredible offensive play have led them to be successful in closing games out. Mitchell Robinson made his long-awaited season debut for the Knicks against the Grizzlies, scoring six points and grabbing five rebounds in 12 minutes. His return marked the first time all season that New York was playing at full strength. Miles McBride has been a spark plug for the Knicks all season long, and he continued to be exactly that against the Grizzlies, notching 17 points on 7-for-11 shooting from the field and 3-for-5 from three.
The Knicks secured arguably their most inspiring victory of the season against the Grizzlies, and they are now 2-0 against the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference this season. Here are the match scores and player statistics:
- Knicks: 114
- Grizzlies: 113
- Jalen Brunson: 23 points, 6 assists
- OG Anunoby: 19 points
- Deuce McBride: 17 points
- Mikal Bridges: 15 points
- Ja Morant: 25 points, 7 assists
- Desmond Bane: 24 points, 12 rebounds
The Grizzlies, on the other hand, will look to bounce back from the tough loss when they host the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. The game promises to be an exciting matchup, with both teams looking to prove themselves as contenders in their respective conferences. With the Knicks' win over the Grizzlies, they have proven themselves to be a force to be reckoned with in the NBA, and their fans will be eagerly anticipating their next game.
knick grizzli anunoby memphi morant game york gam sink mcbride
Related Tags