Knicks Defeat Heat 116-95, Towns Scores 32, Sets Record

The New York Knicks achieved a decisive 116-95 victory over the Miami Heat, fueled by Karl-Anthony Towns' remarkable performance, which included scoring 15 consecutive points in the second quarter, a franchise record since play-by-play tracking began. Towns finished with 23 points, while Mikal Bridges contributed 28 points, helping the Knicks improve to 43-24 and secure their first season sweep over Miami since the 1992-93 season. Josh Hart also made history, recording a triple-double and tying a franchise record for most in a season. The Knicks managed the win without their star player, Jalen Brunson, who is out with an ankle injury. This victory marked a critical rebound for the Knicks after a recent 2-3 stretch. Fans praised Towns' performance, reigniting discussions about his status among the league's top centers.