Knicks Dominate Nuggets with Offensive Clinic and Career Performances
New York's OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson set career highs as the Knicks dismantle Denver in a 145-118 blowout, exposing struggles for the reigning champions.
- OG Anunoby scored a career-high 40 points on 16-of-23 shooting, showcasing his two-way dominance for the Knicks.
- Jalen Brunson recorded a career-best 17 assists, contributing to the Knicks tying their franchise record with 45 team assists in the game.
- Karl-Anthony Towns added 30 points and 15 rebounds, overcoming a calf injury to play a key role in the victory.
- Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone criticized his team's lack of effort, leadership, and focus, calling out star players Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray after the loss.
- The Knicks have now won five of their last six games, emerging as one of the league's most efficient offensive teams early in the season.