Knicks Dominate Timberwolves as Brunson and Anunoby Shine in Statement Win at MSG

The New York Knicks are firing on all cylinders. On Wednesday night, they delivered a commanding 137-114 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, notching their third straight win and fifth consecutive home victory at Madison Square Garden.

The performance was a complete showcase of the Knicks’ potential under head coach Mike Brown, with a relentless second half that overwhelmed Minnesota and spoiled Anthony Edwards’ return from injury.

Knicks turn on the jets in the second half

After a slow start that saw the Knicks trail 13-4 early, New York battled back to take control by the end of the first quarter. They extended their lead in the second period but stumbled late in the half due to turnovers, entering halftime down by four.

Adding to the challenge, former Knick Julius Randle — now wearing Timberwolves colors — looked comfortable on his old home court. Randle was sharp and efficient throughout, finishing with 32 points, five rebounds, and four assists.

But once the second half began, the Knicks flipped the switch. New York outscored Minnesota 83-56 over the final two quarters, completely dismantling the Timberwolves’ defense through precision ball movement, three-point shooting, and aggressive transition play.

The stats tell the story:

19-of-42 (45.2%) from three-point range

29 points off turnovers

50-31 rebounding advantage

31 second-chance points to Minnesota’s 14

It was a dominant display of hustle, spacing, and execution — hallmarks of Brown’s new-look Knicks offense.

Brunson and Anunoby lead the charge

Offensively, the Knicks were balanced and efficient, with six players scoring in double figures. The night belonged to OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson, who led the team with composure and firepower.

OG Anunoby was unstoppable, scoring 25 points on 10-of-17 shooting, including 3-of-5 from beyond the arc. His blend of defense and offensive consistency continues to elevate New York’s ceiling.

Jalen Brunson, meanwhile, orchestrated the offense masterfully. He nearly tallied his first career triple-double, finishing with 23 points, 10 assists, and 7 rebounds, setting the tone for the team’s second-half surge.

Their chemistry has become the heartbeat of New York’s success, perfectly balancing scoring and playmaking.

A growing sense of belief in New York

With this latest victory, the Knicks are proving that their revamped system under Mike Brown is not just working — it’s thriving. The emphasis on tempo, spacing, and teamwork has transformed the Knicks into one of the most efficient teams in the East.

The energy at Madison Square Garden was electric once again, and the message from this performance is clear: these Knicks are for real. If they can maintain this level of play on both ends of the floor, they’ll be a serious force as the season progresses.