New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 117-114: The Bridges hate is over

The New York Knicks survived a Christmas showdown with the San Antonio Spurs, winning 117-114. The teams went blow-for-blow throughout an exciting game that featured dueling forty-point scorers.

The Knicks struggled from deep but found success attacking the rim despite Victor Wembanyama’s impressive paint protection. Wemby began to take over after Karl-Anthony Towns ran into foul trouble, and New York trailed at halftime.

The Knicks started to take control in the third quarter, but Towns ran into more foul trouble. Precious Achiuwa and OG Anunoby stepped up defensively to fill the void, and the Knicks fought to protect a slim lead in the final minute of action. 

A Chris Paul three made it a one-possession game with 30 seconds on the clock, but Josh Hart hustled to two offensive rebounds on the ensuing possession and closed out the win.

Let’s examine the individual heroics.