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Jalen Brunson's 39 Points Propel Knicks to Comeback Win Over Pelicans

The Knicks erased a 14-point deficit behind Brunson's season-high performance, extending their road win streak to five games.

  • Jalen Brunson delivered a season-high 39 points, shooting 13-of-19 from the field and 7-of-10 from three-point range, in the Knicks' 104-93 victory over the Pelicans.
  • The Knicks overcame a sluggish start and a 14-point deficit, fueled by Brunson's 29-point second half, including 16 points in the third quarter alone.
  • Karl-Anthony Towns struggled with early foul trouble, contributing just 11 points, while Mikal Bridges added 18 points to support the Knicks' effort.
  • The Pelicans, missing key players Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, dropped to 5-24 on the season, with Trey Murphy III leading their scoring with 26 points.
  • New York extended its road-winning streak to five games and improved to an 18-10 record, with upcoming home games against the Raptors and Spurs.
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