Julius Randle put on a spectacular performance, scoring 39 points to lead the New York Knicks (18-15) to a 112-106 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves (24-8).
OG Anunoby, making his debut with the Knicks, received applause as he exited the court after fouling out in an impressive first game with his new team, contributing 17 points.
Jalen Brunson, with 16 points and a career-high 14 assists, played a crucial role for the Knicks, breaking a three-game losing streak.
Despite the Timberwolves cutting a 22-point deficit to four in the fourth quarter, Randle sealed the victory by scoring the Knicks’ next 11 points, including a crucial three-point play.
Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 35 points. Karl-Anthony Towns added 29.
