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The New York Knicks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 137–114 on November 5 at Madison Square Garden, with O.G. Anunoby and Jalen Brunson leading the charge at 25 and 23 points respectively. New York's offense proved decisive, shooting 53.9 percent from the field and draining 19 three-pointers while posting a 138.4 offensive rating. The Knicks dominated the fourth quarter with 43 points, extending their lead decisively after holding Minnesota to just 28 in the period. Despite Julius Randle's team-high 32 points and Donte DiVincenzo's 21, the Timberwolves struggled with efficiency at 48.2 percent shooting and committed 17 turnovers compared to New York's 14. Minnesota's defensive rating of 138.4 underscored their inability to contain the Knicks' perimeter attack, while the visitors were outrebounded 50–31. The Knicks' balanced attack—32 assists across the roster—proved too much for Minnesota's offense to overcome. New York's third-quarter dominance (40 points) set the tone for a convincing victory that bolsters their standing in the Eastern Conference.
