Immanuel Quickley, New York Knicks. Mandatory Credit: John Minchillo/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Knicks came into tonight with something to prove. The team has exceeded their preseason projetions, but the Knicks themselves truly believe that they can reach even greater heights. Their last 3 games: 2 losses and an ugly win, didn’t seem like the play of a playoff-caliber team. On Thursday night against The Sacramento Kings, the Knicks got their mojo back.
The Knicks came out in the first quarter looking to attack. Derrick Rose got the start for an injured Elfrid Payton, and his instant offense was a welcomed change from the usual stagnant 1st-unit.