Knicks Edge Hawks in Record-Setting OT Thriller

New York secures a 149-148 victory over Atlanta behind standout performances from Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson in the season’s highest-scoring game.

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 44 points, his second consecutive 40-point game, joining Knicks legends like Patrick Ewing and Carmelo Anthony in franchise history.
Jalen Brunson contributed 36 points, including the game-winning jumper in overtime, as the Knicks overcame late-game turnovers and a Hawks comeback.
Mikal Bridges’ defensive block on Trae Young in the final seconds helped seal the Knicks’ victory, despite Young finishing with 38 points and 19 assists.
The Knicks head into the All-Star break with a 36-18 record, their best through 54 games since the 1996-97 season, solidifying their position as Eastern Conference contenders.
Josh Hart and Precious Achiuwa provided key support, with Hart recording 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Achiuwa added a season-high 26 points.