Knicks tie franchise record with 84 first-half points in 135-105 win over Bulls
Knicks shot 63% in the first half, scored 84 points by halftime, and routed Bulls 135-105.
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson shot 10 for 17 and scored 33 points, including 22 in the first quarter alone. The Knicks shot 63 percent in the first half and scored 84 points, tying a 38-year-old franchise record.
The Knicks led by 37 points by the second quarter, effectively deciding the game early. Karl-Anthony Towns added 17 points and 12 rebounds.
The Knicks now 4-4 improved to winners of four of their last five games. Their offensive performance marks a rebound after ranking 21st in scoring efficiency this season.
- 33
- Brunson points
- 84 points, 38 years old
- First-half record
- 63 percent overall, 50 percent three-point
- Shooting efficiency
- 17 points, 12 rebounds
- Towns contribution
Why it mattersThe performance shows the Knicks are recovering their offensive dominance after struggling early in the season.
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