The New York Knicks secured a dominant 143-120 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday, led by OG Anunoby’s impressive 33-point performance. The win brought the Knicks to a 30-16 record, solidifying their strong position in the Eastern Conference.
Josh Hart recorded his sixth triple-double of the season, finishing with 20 points, 18 rebounds, and 11 assists. Mikal Bridges contributed 27 points, while Jalen Brunson added 25 points and 11 assists in the Knicks’ offensive showcase. Karl-Anthony Towns also made a notable impact, posting 16 points and 15 rebounds.
The Kings, now 23-22, were paced by Malik Monk, who scored a team-high 31 points. Domantas Sabonis added a triple-double of his own with 25 points, 13 rebounds, and 12 assists. DeMar DeRozan chipped in 18 points, while Keegan Murray and De’Aaron Fox scored 12 and 14 points, respectively.
The Knicks dominated early, building a 63-44 lead midway through the second quarter behind Anunoby’s sharpshooting. The Kings responded with a 23-6 run to close the gap to 69-67, but New York entered halftime with a 72-67 advantage.
In the third quarter, the Knicks extended their lead to 111-100 behind efficient team scoring and stellar defense. They maintained control in the fourth, outscoring Sacramento 32-20 to secure the win.
New York excelled from beyond the arc, shooting 47.2% on 17-of-36 attempts. By contrast, Sacramento managed 38.9% on 14-of-36 from three-point range. The Knicks also out-rebounded the Kings 53-38, including a dominant 17 offensive boards.
