Knicks getting back to business, host Hornets

December 4 - A knockout round berth in the NBA Cup isn't cause for celebration in New York Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau's orbit.

Thibodeau maintained focus on New York being ready to play when the visiting Charlotte Hornets come to the Garden on Thursday night.

The Knicks completed a 4-0 run through East Group A of the in-season tournament by cruising to a 121-106 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night. Karl-Anthony Towns (23 points) and Jalen Brunson (21) headlined a balanced offensive attack that featured six scorers in double figures.

New York, the No. 2 seed in the East quarterfinals of the Cup, will have to wait until next Wednesday to get its hands on the Atlanta Hawks, in a…