Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson combined for 72 points, leading the New York Knicks (21-15) to their fourth consecutive win by defeating the struggling Washington Wizards (6-29) with a final score of 121-105.
Fresh off an impressive 128-92 victory against the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night, the Knicks carried the momentum into this matchup, establishing dominance early on. By late in the first half, they boasted a commanding 60-34 lead.
Randle, with 39 points showcased his scoring prowess, while Brunson contributed 33 points. Isaiah Hartenstein’s impressive performance on the boards, securing 19 rebounds, further bolstered the Knicks’ control.
While Kyle Kuzma led the Wizards with 27 points, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Knicks’ well-rounded performance. Deni Avdija contributed 23 points, but Washington’s struggles persisted, resulting in their fourth consecutive loss.