Sun Dec 07 19:40:00 UTC 2025: Summary:

The New York Knicks dominated the Utah Jazz, winning 146-112 after starting the game with a historic 23-0 run. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 33 points, followed by Deuce McBride with 22. The Knicks’ defense stifled the Jazz early, leading to a large lead that they maintained throughout the game. OG Anunoby returned from injury, contributing 11 points. Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George led the Jazz with 18 points each, but the Jazz couldn’t recover from their slow start.

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Knicks Crush Jazz with Historic Opening Run in 146-112 Victory

NEW YORK – The New York Knicks delivered a statement victory Friday night, dismantling the Utah Jazz 146-112 on the strength of a historic 23-0 opening run. The Knicks’ dominant start, capped by a Jalen Brunson three-pointer, marked the largest run in the NBA since detailed play-by-play records began in 1997.

Brunson led all scorers with 33 points, while Deuce McBride added 22, hitting 7 of 10 from beyond the arc. The Knicks’ defense suffocated the Jazz, preventing them from scoring until nearly halfway through the first quarter.

The return of OG Anunoby from a hamstring injury provided a further boost for the Knicks. Anunoby, playing 22 minutes with a leg sleeve, contributed 11 points. The Knicks’ starters were able to get rest due to the large lead.

Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George each scored 18 points for the Jazz, but their efforts were ultimately futile as the Knicks maintained control throughout the game, leading by as many as 41 points. The Knicks led by 28 at the end of the first quarter, their largest lead after one quarter in the play-by-play era.

The Jazz, who had defeated the Nets the previous night, were unable to establish their first three-game winning streak of the season.

The Jazz will look to rebound against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, while the Knicks will host the Orlando Magic.

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