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Mike Brown admits he challenged Karl-Anthony Towns to step up in the Knicks' first win

  • On Wednesday, October 28, the New York Knicks travel to face the Chicago Bulls, looking to build momentum after securing their first win of the season against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday.
  • Nic Claxton is ruled out with a left hamstring strain, while Patrick Williams and Tobe Awaka are questionable for the Bulls in Wednesday's matchup.
  • Karl-Anthony Towns fueled Tuesday's 111-97 victory with 27 points and 20 rebounds after coach Mike Brown challenged him at halftime to increase his intensity and physicality.
  • Chicago holds a 1-3 record after a 35-point loss to the Boston Celtics on Monday, shooting just 23.8% from deep this season, last in the NBA.
  • "We have a long way to go, but obviously we want to learn from wins as much as we do from losses," Jalen Brunson said, emphasizing the team's focus on development.
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