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Raptors Finally Rest After Difficult Stretch of Seven Games in 11 Nights
Jalen Brunson scored a season-high 35 points as the Knicks dominated the Raptors 117-101, advancing to the NBA Cup semifinals for the first time, officials said.
- The Knicks' win sent New York to Las Vegas for the semifinals after defeating Toronto 117-101 at Scotiabank Arena, their first such appearance after two quarterfinal exits.
- After a dominant second quarter that went 34-13, the Knicks' starting five and offense clicked all night, overwhelming Toronto.
- Jalen Brunson led the way with a season-high night, finishing with 35 points while Josh Hart scored 21 on 4-of-7 threes and Karl-Anthony Towns grabbed 16 rebounds.
- Heading to Las Vegas, the Knicks carry confidence from a convincing quarterfinal win and face the Orlando Magic in the semifinals, with observers saying maintaining this energy gives New York a real shot at the finals.
- Despite outputs from Brandon Ingram and Jamal Shead, Toronto struggled to change the game, as Scottie Barnes shot 6-of-18 for 13 points against the Knicks' defense.
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The New York Knicks (17-7) led by Jalen Brunson took a solid step towards the NBA Cup semifinals.
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