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abr 02 2026MEMPHIS — The New York Knicks defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 130-119 in NBA action, powered by OG Anunoby's 25 points and 13 rebounds and Karl-Anthony Towns' triple-double (20 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists). The victory snaps a three-game losing streak for the Knicks and keeps them firmly in contention for the top spots in the Eastern Conference.
The game started with a dominant performance from the New York Knicks, who found offensive rhythm from the opening minutes. The visiting team missed just two of their first fifteen shots and quickly built an early lead thanks to their efficiency and physical superiority near the basket. In that first quarter, the Knicks scored 22 points in the paint and dominated the boards with ease.
The visiting offense continued to function at a high level throughout the first half. OG Anunoby was especially active, leading the scoring while the ball moved fluidly under the direction of Karl-Anthony Towns. The New York squad put together an extremely efficient first half, shooting 71% from the field and 7 of 10 from three-point range, allowing the Knicks to head into halftime with a comfortable 79-62 lead—their best first-half scoring output of the season.
After the break, the Memphis Grizzlies attempted to change the pace of the game. The home team elevated its intensity and managed to cut into the deficit during the third quarter. Led by GG Jackson, who finished as Memphis' leading scorer with 20 points, the Grizzlies managed to get as close as 90-87, bringing some uncertainty back to the contest.
However, the New York Knicks responded quickly to regain control. Another offensive push allowed the visitors to close out the third period with a 99-90 advantage, and from that point forward they maintained the initiative through the final buzzer.
Beyond the leadership of OG Anunoby, who recorded a solid double-double with 25 points and 13 rebounds, and Karl-Anthony Towns' triple-double, Mikal Bridges also stood out with 24 points in a well-rounded performance from the New York perimeter.
On the Memphis Grizzlies side, in addition to GG Jackson's 20 points, Olivier-Maxence Prosper contributed 17 points and Cedric Coward added 15, in a difficult night for the home team, who also suffered a significant disadvantage on the boards.
The New York Knicks' dominance in that department was overwhelming: 49 rebounds compared to just 20 for Memphis—a figure that represents the worst rebounding total in Grizzlies franchise history.
With this NBA victory, the New York Knicks remain third in the Eastern Conference, with a game-and-a-half lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers, who did not play on this date. Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies, hampered by various roster absences, continue to navigate a challenging season.
