Summary:
Knicks defeated the Magic 121-106 in the NBA Cup.
Karl-Anthony Towns (23 points, 15 rebounds) and Jalen Brunson (21 points) led the Knicks to victory.
The Knicks finished their group stage undefeated and advanced to the quarterfinals.
The Magic's six-game winning streak ended despite a strong fourth-quarter comeback.
Orlando holds an impressive record of at least one 3-pointer in 1,398 consecutive games.
Knicks Defeat Magic 121-106, Advancing to NBA Cup Quarterfinals
The New York Knicks secured a decisive 121-106 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday, propelling them into the NBA Cup quarterfinals. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson contributed 21 points to the winning effort.
<br>Key Players:
- Knicks: Mikal Bridges (19 points), Josh Hart (11 points, 10 rebounds), and OG Anunoby (16 points) also made significant contributions. Deuce McBride added 18 points off the bench.
- Magic: Franz Wagner led the Magic with 30 points, and Moritz Wagner scored 20.
The Knicks showcased a strong team performance, with all five starters scoring in double figures. They dominated the first half, leading by as many as 22 points. While the Magic mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Knicks 31-15, it wasn't enough to overcome the significant deficit.
<br>Game Highlights:
- The Knicks finished their East Group A campaign undefeated (4-0).
- They will host the Atlanta Hawks in the quarterfinals on December 11th.
- The Magic, despite their loss, advanced as an East wild card and will play the Milwaukee Bucks.
This win extends the Knicks' winning streak to three games and eight out of their last ten. The Magic's six-game winning streak came to an end.
Interesting fact: Orlando has maintained an impressive streak of at least one 3-pointer in 1,398 consecutive games, dating back to March 17, 2007.
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