The New York Knicks nearly blew a 17-point lead to the Atlanta Hawks early in the fourth quarter, as last season’s playoff tormentors pulled to within two with plenty of time on the clock. It was a critical moment that screamed out for some hero to step up. Instead, all five Knick starters — RJ Barrett, Julius Randle, Evan Fournier, Alec Burks and Mitchell Robinson — played the hero in perfect harmony, as the Knicks pulled away for the 117-108 win.
Let’s start with RJ. He only scored 26 points Saturday. He couldn’t quite find the jumper for most of the evening.