The New York Knicks' second unit, consisting of RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, Donte DiVincenzo, Josh Hart, and Isaiah Hartenstein, has achieved a net rating of 24.0 in 20 minutes. The Knicks had a strong first half against the Charlotte Hornets, leading 64-54 at halftime with Jalen Brunson scoring 15 points. LaMelo Ball put up 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists for the Hornets. The Knicks shot 50 percent from the field and 8-for-18 from 3-point range in the first half.
That was an excellent first half by the Knicks. Some terrific passing and execution... but Charlotte pushed hard in the final minutes to cut into New York's advantage. Knicks 64-54 Hornets at halftime. Brunson leading the way with 15 points.
Halftime: Knicks 64, Hornets 54 Jalen Brunson had 15 points to lead the Knicks while LaMelo Ball was fantastic for Charlotte, putting up 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. New York went 8-for-18 from 3 and only committed two turnovers.
Knicks had a strong first half but an off-kilter final few possessions to end it keep Charlotte in the game.
Hornets have been aggressive with their P&R defense, Knicks have worked to move the ball against it. Quickley gets two on the ball good quick advance to Brunson. Quick skip to Randle and this is nice work from Mitchell Robinson inside. Finds his man, seals and finishes. https://t.co/YDsLc8aZ8F
After 1: Knicks 32, Hornets 25 New York is shooting 50 percent from the field and 4-for-7 from 3, including 13 early points from Jalen Brunson. Rookie Brandon Miller had 11 first quarter points to lead Charlotte.
Popper: Knicks' second unit coming together -- the not-so-secret weapon https://t.co/wDF0iaqYjh via @Newsday
Popper: Knicks' second unit coming together with great results RJ Barrett playing with Immanuel Quickley, Donte DiVincenzo, Josh Hart and Isaiah Hartenstein have piled up a net rating of 24.0 in 20 minutes. https://t.co/UAC0maVb8X