Knicks 133, Bulls 127: Scenes from big-time bench minutes
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Key Points:
- The New York Knicks overcame a 19-point third-quarter deficit to defeat the Chicago Bulls 133-127, with strong performances from reserves Tyler Kolek, Jordan Clarkson, and Landry Shamet helping offset fatigue from a back-to-back schedule.
- Key starters Jalen Brunson (38 points, 7 assists), Karl-Anthony Towns (19 points, 13 rebounds), and OG Anunoby (23 points, 6 rebounds) contributed significantly to the comeback victory.
- Despite Chicago's poor perimeter shooting reputation, the Bulls shot 43% from three-point range, with standout performances from Caleb Wilson (20 points, 6 rebounds) and Norman Powell (30 points).
- The Knicks struggled defensively at times and faced challenges with Towns briefly leaving the game due to a wrist injury and foul trouble, but a late fourth-quarter surge secured the win.
- New York will next host the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, aiming to build on this hard-fought victory.
