Could Tim Hardaway Jr. ever possibly live up to his $71 million contract? Back in the summer, the answer was a resounding no around the league. But after Wednesday’s career-high scoring night, Hardaway made believers out of some Knicks fans.
The 25-year-old dropped 38 points on the division rival Toronto Raptors — leading his team to victory. Hardaway also chipped in six rebounds and seven assists to complete a well-rounded game. But his big night isn’t all you can take away from tonight’s win.

New York lost to Toronto in Toronto last week.