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Knicks’ Jericho Sims has career night despite loss to Hawks

Jan 20, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Knicks center Jericho Sims (45) grabs a rebound over Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (12) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

New York Knicks center Jericho Sims was given the starting nod in place of the injured Mitchell Robinson on Friday, and he did not disappoint.

The second-year big out of Texas scored 12 points (new career-high), snagged eight rebounds, swiped two steals, and shot a perfect 6/6 from the field in his first start since Nov.