The New York Knicks (40 – 20) were behind for most of the game but turned it up in the fourth quarter and OT, and outlasted the Miami Heat (28 – 31) with an intense 116-112 victory on March 3.
New York Knicks Top Performers:
OG Anunoby 23 PTS | 9 REB | 3 BLK | 55.3 FPS
OG is steadily regaining his form after missing six games with a foot injury, averaging 19 points over his last three outings. He’s a capable contributor on both ends and has hit four threes in each of his last two games while also racking up stocks.
Jalen Brunson 31 PTS | 5 REB | 6 AST | 49.0 FPS
Brunson has turned it up since the break, consistently scoring 22+ points in six straight games while also posting strong numbers in playmaking, rebounding, and steals. He’s taking a high volume of shots but staying efficient and was especially clutch today, going 7-for-9 in the fourth quarter and OT.
Karl-Anthony Towns 19 PTS | 16 REB | 1 BLK | 38.2 FPS
KAT’s overall production has declined since the break, with efficiency and foul trouble becoming major issues. However, he continues to put up strong scoring and rebounding numbers.
Josh Hart 14 PTS | 7 REB | 1 BLK | 28.9 FPS
Hart’s numbers have been noticeably lower lately after consistently putting up major numbers across the board in an eight-game stretch earlier this month. He recently missed two games with a knee issue, which could be a factor, but he should still be a reliable source for both rebounds and defensive stats.
Miles McBride 12 PTS | 2 REB | 2 AST | 16.4 FPS
McBride has hit 3 threes in each of his last two games. He continues to play a key role off the bench but his overall production tends to be limited or inconsistent.
Miami Heat Top Performers:
Bam Adebayo 30 PTS | 7 REB | 4 AST | 44.4 FPS
Bam has been highly efficient from the field lately, averaging 22 points over his last three games. He remains productive as a rebounder and defender while also improving his playmaking.
Kel’el Ware 12 PTS | 8 REB | 6 BLK | 37.6 FPS
Ware has consistently delivered for his position, showcasing efficient shooting and flirting with a double-double in five-straight games. He’s also solid defensively, but the team’s inconsistent rotation continues to limit his production.
Tyler Herro 22 PTS | 4 REB | 7 AST | 37.3 FPS
Herro has averaged 25 points over his last three games, even with some efficiency and has also made strides in playmaking recently, recording 7 or more assists in five of his last six outings.
Davion Mitchell 11 PTS | 4 REB | 5 AST | 26.3 FPS
Mitchell has been shooting well lately, scoring in double digits in three-straight games. He has also improved his playmaking numbers while maintaining his steady steal production.
Alec Burks 12 PTS | 4-5 3PT | 1 STL | 22.1 FPS
Burks has seen increased playing time amid injuries and is likely to keep it up for a few more games. He’s been a solid scorer, posting double-digit points and hitting seven threes over his last two outings.
Biggest Disappointment of the Game:
Mikal Bridges 5 PTS | 2-11 FG | 8 AST
Bridges has been productive on both ends since the break, shooting well and recording five straight double-digit scoring games, including a 28-point outing. He has also provided consistent defensive value, but he struggled today and is just 1-for-11 from three over his last two games.
