The New York Knicks (28-17) delivered a jaw-dropping performance, obliterating the defending NBA champions, the Denver Nuggets (31-15), with a resounding 122-84 victory on Thursday night.
OG Anunoby led the charge with 26 points, while Jalen Brunson contributed 21 to secure the Knicks’ fifth consecutive win and their 11th victory in 13 games since acquiring Anunoby from Toronto.
Quentin Grimes (19 points), Julius Randle (17 points), and Donte DiVincenzo (16 points) showcased the Knicks’ offensive depth.
In contrast, the Nuggets, led by Nikola Jokic’s 31 points and 11 rebounds, faltered, marking their worst loss of the season.
The Nuggets’ three-game winning streak came to an abrupt end, and the Knicks capitalized on the opportunity to assert their dominance from the start.
