NEW DELHI: In a clash against the depleted
Memphis Grizzlies
, Donte DiVincenzo showcased his scoring prowess by dropping a game-high 32 points, guiding the
New York Knicks
to a convincing 123-113 victory on their home court. DiVincenzo's impressive performance included efficient shooting, as he connected on 12 of 18 field-goal attempts, including a crucial 3-pointer with just under two minutes remaining to extend the Knicks' lead to 116-109.
Joining DiVincenzo in the scoring effort was
Jalen Brunson
, who contributed 27 points and eight assists before exiting the game due to an apparent ankle injury with 5:31 left in the fourth quarter.
Precious Achiuwa and
Isaiah Hartenstein
also made significant offensive contributions, each adding 17 points to the Knicks' tally.
Miles McBride
and
Josh Hart
rounded out the Knicks' double-digit scorers with 12 and 10 points, respectively, while Hart also made his presence felt on the boards with 10 rebounds.
Despite the absence of several key players, including
Derrick Rose
, who saw limited action due to ankle soreness, the Grizzlies managed to keep the game competitive, led by Vince Williams Jr.'s 19 points. GG Jackson and
David Roddy
provided valuable support off the bench, contributing 16 and 15 points, respectively, as part of the Grizzlies' bench unit, which totaled 54 points.
The Knicks set the tone early in the game, jumping out to a 12-2 lead within the first four minutes and maintaining their momentum throughout the contest. With an impressive shooting display, particularly in the first half where they shot 63.6 percent from the field, the Knicks built a commanding 70-46 halftime lead. Although the Grizzlies mounted a late surge in the fourth quarter, trimming a 28-point deficit to just four points, the Knicks held their ground and secured their 10th win in 11 games, demonstrating resilience and composure down the stretch to seal the victory.
(Inputs from Reuters)
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