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Knicks' starters dominate Hornets early in rout
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points as the Knicks improved their NBA Cup record to 3-1 while the Hornets were eliminated after their seventh straight loss.
- In an NBA Cup game Wednesday night at Spectrum Center, the New York Knicks handed Charlotte a 129-101 loss, with Jalen Brunson scoring 33 and Karl-Anthony Towns adding 19 and 10 rebounds.
- Seeking to advance in the NBA Cup midseason tournament, the New York Knicks entered with a minus-2 point differential and aimed to improve their standing in group-stage play before Friday's game.
- They bolted to a 25-point halftime lead as all five starters scored in double digits and Josh Hart, Knicks guard/forward, added 22 points, providing 19 of the starters' 68 first-half points.
- The win improved the Knicks to 3-1 in NBA Cup group play and eliminated the Charlotte Hornets from this year's competition.
- Both teams play another NBA Cup group-stage game on Friday night with New York hosting the Milwaukee Bucks and Charlotte hosting the Chicago Bulls; LaMelo Ball struggled, was benched in the third with his fourth foul, and received a technical.
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Jalen Brunson drops 33, Josh Hart pours 22 as Knicks rout Hornets 129-101
Jalen Brunson powered the New York Knicks to a dominant 129-101 win against the Charlotte Hornets. Brunson scored 33 points, supported by Josh Hart's 22. The Knicks showcased strong offense, building a significant lead early. This loss extended Charlotte's losing streak to seven games. The Hornets struggled with shooting and turnovers throughout the contest.
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C 46%
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