Mike Brown’s controversial decision saved the Knicks from disaster

Jan 28, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown calls out to a referree about a missed call against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn ImagesAfter getting thoroughly outclassed by the Detroit Pistons just a couple of days earlier, the New York Knicks looked like they were well on their way to a Defcon 1 loss at the hands of the Houston Rockets Saturday night. They won instead. Because they erased an 18-point deficit. And because just about everyone contributed during a 33-13 closeout run. But also because Mike Brown had Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, and Mitchell Robinson all on the bench during crunch time.

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