The New York Knicks finally entered the win column after holding off the Detroit Pistons, 111-97, at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday.
Karl-Anthony Towns had a monster game of 27 points and 20 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson added 23 points and seven assists. New York improved to 1-3 and dealt Detroit its first loss after a 3-0 start.
The Knicks leaned on their defense, limiting the Pistons to only 25 points in the middle quarters. In the postgame interview, Towns shared their mindset on locking in on defense.
“Just effort. Physicality. Effort and execution. We did a great job as a team, making sure we did the little things. We did the little things tonight, and that's what got us the W,” said the six-time All-Star.
He also expressed his relief after getting their first win.
“It's been a long time coming. These fans deserve the best of us, and we haven't given it to them for the first three games, but we wanted to protect home court and give them something to cheer for,” said Towns.
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KAT is off to a prolific start, averaging 22.5 points, 14.0 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. He is shooting 60.3% from the field, including 37.5% from long distance.
Article Continues Below“I just want to give the best version of myself every single night. Protect home court, protect these fans, and just do my job. I just want to do my job at a high level,” added Towns.
The Knicks led by as much as 27 points against the Pistons.
OG Anunoby contributed 13 points, seven rebounds, two steals, and two blocks, while Mikal Bridges added 12 points, three rebounds, and four assists.