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The New York Knicks got back in the win column, beating the Portland Trail Blazers 123-114. Josh Hart’s return seemed to move everything back into place.
The game started with both teams flying up and down the floor. The Blazers lived in transition while the Knicks kept up thanks to three-point shooting. New York established a slim advantage thanks to defense, particularly when the second unit entered. As the Knicks got stops, they built leads, but the Blazers always responded and closed the gap.
New York entered halftime with a five-point lead and pushed that lead to ten in the third quarter. That’s when Portland made a push, going on a run to start the fourth quarter and even taking the lead. The Knicks responded with their own run down the stretch, taking the lead and seeming to get every key loose ball.
The Knicks played with more energy than we’ve seen in weeks. Let’s look at the players’ performances.
