Jalen Brunson – with heating pads on his physique as he warmed up on a motorcycle within the tunnel – waited his flip. Then he got here out and confirmed why Knicks followers love the way in which he performs.
Brunson took over late – together with 9 in time beyond regulation – to attain 55 factors and lead the Knicks to a come-from-behind victory over the Wizards.
Brunson solely had 13 factors at halftime however took over after the break taking place 42.
Karl-Anthony Cities added 30 factors and 14 rebounds for the Knicks, who’ve now received seven in a row. This was their first time beyond regulation sport of the season. Justin Champagnie, who’s quietly having an excellent season in Washington, scored a career-high 31 factors with 10 rebounds.
It wasn’t fairly for both group, however for a Knicks group chasing a excessive seed within the East, this sort of ugly win is the sort it wants each on occasion.
