The New York Knicks put on a show in the second half of their matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, securing a 112-100 victory in Madison Square Garden.
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Luka Doncic and the Lakers got out to a strong start and held a six-point lead at the end of the first quarter, but the Knicks slowly flipped the momentum of the game and went into halftime facing a four-point deficit.
The second half is where New York took over, putting up 38 points in the third quarter to gain control of the game.
They continued their strong all-around play in the fourth quarter to coast to the victory.
OG Anunoby led the way for the Knicks with 25 points, eight rebounds, three assists and three steals. Landry Shamet made a huge impact off the bench and finished with 23 points in 26 minutes.
Doncic put up 30 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists, but shot just 10-of-23 from the field.
New York’s winning streak is now at six victories and counting as they prepare to face the Washington Wizards on Tuesday.
James Parker is a sports writer for Ball Exclusives, follow him on X @TheJames_Parker
