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3w ago

Knicks Clinch Playoff Spot with Comeback Win Over Trail Blazers

OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges each scored 28 points as New York rallied from a 14-point deficit, while Jalen Brunson progresses toward a potential return before the playoffs.

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Overview

  • The New York Knicks secured a playoff berth and moved closer to the Eastern Conference's third seed with a 110-93 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
  • OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges led the charge, each scoring 28 points, including 21 second-half points from Bridges as the Knicks outscored the Blazers 60-35 after halftime.
  • The Knicks overcame a 14-point third-quarter deficit, highlighted by a 22-7 run and a go-ahead dunk by Anunoby late in the third quarter.
  • Jalen Brunson, sidelined for 12 games with a sprained ankle, has resumed basketball activities and is aiming to return before the playoffs begin.
  • Josh Hart contributed a near triple-double with 14 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 11 rebounds despite a quiet offensive night.