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Knicks Rest Key Starters, Secure Bench-Led Victory in Season Finale

With their playoff seed locked, the Knicks prioritized player health and rhythm in a win over the Nets ahead of their first-round series against the Pistons.

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Overview

  • The Knicks rested starters Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Josh Hart, and Karl-Anthony Towns in their season finale to preserve their health for the playoffs.
  • Backup players stepped up to secure a 113-105 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, marking the Knicks' 51st win of the season.
  • Coach Tom Thibodeau emphasized balancing rest and maintaining team rhythm as the Knicks prepare for their first-round playoff matchup against the Detroit Pistons.
  • Jalen Brunson, recovering from a recent ankle sprain, and other key players were sidelined based on medical staff recommendations to avoid aggravating injuries.
  • The Knicks' advance scouting and preparations for the Pistons have been underway, with the team focusing on physical and mental readiness for the postseason.