Overview
- Jalen Brunson returned after missing 15 games with an ankle sprain, contributing 15 points and six assists in the Knicks' 112-98 win over the Suns.
- OG Anunoby delivered a standout 32-point performance, including a perfect third quarter, marking his 10th consecutive game with 20+ points.
- The Knicks achieved consecutive 50-win seasons for the first time in 30 years, solidifying their third-place standing in the Eastern Conference.
- Head coach Tom Thibodeau dismissed concerns about Anunoby's role adjustment with Brunson's return, emphasizing a team-first philosophy.
- Additional contributions from Miles McBride, Mikal Bridges, and Karl-Anthony Towns further bolstered the Knicks' playoff readiness.