Brunson scored 32 points and Anunoby added 21, as the Knicks defeated the Pelicans 121-116.

March 25th - The Knicks defeated the Pelicans 121-116. Brunson scored 32 points, 1 rebound, and 7 assists, while Anunoby added 21 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. For the Pelicans, Williamson scored 22 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Fells contributed 21 points, 1 rebound, and 3 assists.

In the first quarter, the Pelicans took an early lead with a strong outside shooting performance. The Knicks then rallied, relying on consecutive scores from Brunson and Anunoby to take the lead and extend their advantage. At the end of the first quarter, the Knicks led 42-28. In the second quarter, the Pelicans went on a 15-2 run to quickly regain the lead. The two teams then traded baskets, with the Knicks regaining control towards the end of the quarter. At halftime, the Knicks maintained their lead.

After switching sides, the Pelicans briefly took the lead, but the Knicks responded in time to stabilize the situation. At the end of the third quarter, the Knicks led 93-92 . In the final quarter, the Knicks relied on Towns' interior advantage to establish a lead, but Brunson scored consecutive points in crucial moments to stabilize the situation. The Pelicans narrowed the gap to 3 points late in the quarter, but Brunson's free throws sealed the victory. Ultimately, the Knicks defeated the Pelicans 121-116 .

Pelicans player statistics

Williamson 22 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Fells 21 points, 1 rebound, 3 assists; Bay 18 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Murphy III 16 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists; Jones 13 points, 2 rebounds, 6 assists; Matkovic 12 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist; Murray 7 points, 5 rebounds, 12 assists; Quinn 5 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists

Knicks player statistics

Brunson 32 points, 1 rebound, 7 assists; Anunoby 21 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists; Towns 21 points, 14 rebounds, 1 assist; Bridges 14 points, 2 rebounds, 7 assists; Robinson 11 points, 8 rebounds; Clarkson 10 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists; Hart 10 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists; Diawara 2 points, 1 assist.

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