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Knicks waltz past Wizards for seventh straight victory
The Knicks improved their defense under Coach Mike Brown, holding six of seven opponents under 100 points and achieving a +5.6 net rating, the fifth best in the NBA.
- On Tuesday night, the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 132-101, extending their winning streak to seven games, with Karl-Anthony Towns scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds.
- Knicks coach Mike Brown changed the defensive scheme and lineup, helping New York become the first team this season to hold opponents to 100 points or fewer in four straight games while allowing 95.1 points per 100 possessions.
- Leading early, the Knicks built an 18-point first-quarter lead and led 72-45 at halftime while shooting 17 of 37 from three, with only Brunson reaching 30 minutes.
- With the game decided, Knicks coach Mike Brown emptied his bench at 9:29 of the fourth, and Josh Hart exited with a sprained left ankle, not returning.
- Their metrics show the Knicks rank 12th in defensive rating at 114.4, with an offensive rating of 120.1 and a net rating of +5.6 against opponents with a combined 142-177 record.
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Two days before the trade deadline, the Knicks reiterated the capabilities of their current group, trouncing the sad-sack Wizards on the road Tuesday for their seventh straight win, 132-101.
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Knicks lose Hart to injury, but still win their 7th straight with ease, 132-101 over the Wizards
Karl-Anthony Towns had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and the New York Knicks rolled to their seventh straight victory, 132-101 over the Washington Wizards.
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