Overview
- The Knicks are 2-3 after a 135-125 loss in Chicago and return to Madison Square Garden for a seven-game homestand that opens with a Bulls rematch.
- Mike Brown criticized New York’s one-on-one defense and said players strayed from the game plan, while stressing in-game teaching and a focus on resiliency.
- Karl-Anthony Towns has looked uncomfortable in expanded power-forward duties and transition demands, underscoring fit questions with the new pace.
- New York ranks 17th in offense and is shooting 42.4% (28th), and a much-touted bench was outscored 131-60 on the trip as Josh Hart settles into a full-time reserve role while dealing with lingering finger numbness.
- Mitchell Robinson logged 4 points and 11 rebounds in his season debut but is listed questionable for Sunday’s game.