Anunoby and Brunson Lead Knicks to Victory Over Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards returned from a right hamstring injury to score 15 points in 29 minutes, but the Minnesota Timberwolves fell to the New York Knicks 137–114 on Wednesday night. The Knicks extended their perfect home record to 5–0 at Madison Square Garden with a dominant second half.
Key Performers
- OG Anunoby scored 25 points, delivering efficiently on both ends of the court.
- Jalen Brunson posted 23 points, 10 assists, and 7 rebounds to drive the Knicks’ offense.
- Josh Hart added 18 points, contributing key rebounds and defensive stops.
- Julius Randle led all scorers with 32 points, while Donte DiVincenzo added 21 and hit four three-pointers.
- Karl-Anthony Towns posted 15 points and 10 rebounds for Minnesota.
Game Summary
The Timberwolves held a slim 58–54 lead at halftime, but New York outscored them 83–56 in the final two quarters. Brunson and Anunoby sparked a 10–0 run in the third quarter to swing momentum in the Knicks’ favor.
New York dominated the glass, producing 21 offensive rebounds that turned into 31 second-chance points. Randle and DiVincenzo, both former Timberwolves traded in the deal that brought Towns to New York, shone against their old team.
“There wasn’t much the All-Star guard could have done to keep the game competitive.”
Stats Snapshot
- Knicks: 137 points, 21 offensive rebounds, 31 second-chance points
- Timberwolves: 114 points, led briefly before the break, struggled defensively after halftime
Author’s Summary
The Knicks surged past the Timberwolves with relentless rebounding and balanced scoring, overpowering Anthony Edwards’ return effort to remain undefeated at home.