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The New York Knicks dominated the Brooklyn Nets 134–98 at Madison Square Garden on November 9, with Karl-Towns leading the way on 28 points and O.G. Anunoby adding 19 in a decisive home victory. New York's offense operated at peak efficiency, shooting 53.9% from the field and connecting on 17 three-pointers while limiting turnovers to 14 and generating 31 assists across 46 rebounds. The Knicks controlled the tempo through three quarters, outscoring Brooklyn 112–79 before a quiet fourth period, and their defense clamped down with a 101.5 defensive rating that held the Nets to just 40.2% shooting and 14 made threes. Brooklyn's Mikal Porter Jr. paced the visitors with 25 points, but the Nets' 19 turnovers and 38 rebounds proved costly against a relentless Knicks squad that established early dominance. New York's third-quarter execution—35 points—exemplified their ability to extend leads when it mattered most. This blowout underscores the Knicks' growing chemistry and depth as they continue building momentum in the Eastern Conference.
