Knicks Rout Bucks 117-85 as Brunson, Towns and Bench Deliver

The New York Knicks extended their winning streak to four games Tuesday night, overwhelming the Milwaukee Bucks 117-85 behind a decisive second quarter and contributions throughout the rotation.

Jalen Brunson scored 23 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 21 points and 16 rebounds. OG Anunoby supplied 19 points, including five three-pointers, as New York secured its sixth victory in seven games following an 0-3 start.

Just as valuable was the workload distribution. With another game awaiting the following night, coach Mike Brown did not need to play any starter more than 28 minutes.

Anunoby and Kolek Help Knicks Take Control

New York’s advantage was only three points early in the second quarter before Anunoby and Tyler Kolek took charge. The pair combined for the Knicks’ next 10 points, extending the lead to 36-23.

After Ousmane Dieng interrupted the surge with a three-pointer, Kolek scored again to launch another 10-0 run. Milwaukee struggled to contain New York’s momentum, and consecutive threes from Brunson and Anunoby closed the half with the Knicks ahead 58-34.

New York won the second quarter 32-13, turning a competitive opening into a commanding halftime lead.

For Kolek, the stretch provided another productive opportunity as Brunson’s backup. He finished with 12 points and helped the offense maintain its effectiveness while the starting point guard rested.

Towns Leads the Response After Milwaukee’s Rally

The Bucks briefly made the game more competitive after halftime. Milwaukee reduced the deficit to 85-72 entering the fourth quarter, then scored the opening basket of the final period.

New York responded before the comeback could gain further traction.

Towns helped restore control as the Knicks pushed their advantage beyond 20 points. Anunoby then connected on consecutive three-pointers to make it 106-78, effectively ending Milwaukee’s challenge.

The response mattered as much as the earlier surge. After allowing the Bucks to recover ground, New York regained its composure and closed the game decisively.

Drummond and McBride Strengthen the Bench Performance

Kolek was only part of the contribution from the reserves.

Andre Drummond collected 14 rebounds in just 15 minutes, giving New York substantial production on the glass in limited playing time. Miles “Deuce” McBride added eight points and finished with a plus-minus of +39.

That figure reflects New York’s scoring margin during McBride’s minutes rather than his individual contribution alone, but it illustrates how successful those lineups were.

Together, the reserves helped Brown manage his starters’ minutes on the opening night of a back-to-back. The Knicks earned a comfortable victory while spreading the workload across the roster.

Josh Hart Misses Third Straight Game

Josh Hart remained unavailable for a third consecutive game, although the reason changed.

After missing the previous two contests with right ankle soreness, Hart sat out against Milwaukee because of an illness. Brown said he believed Hart’s ankle had improved enough for him to play had he not been feeling sick.

His absence therefore did not represent a confirmed setback in his ankle recovery.

Bucks Struggle Without Tyler Herro

Milwaukee played without leading scorer Tyler Herro, who missed his first game of the season with a bruised right knee.

Jaime Jaquez Jr. led the Bucks with 16 points, and Ryan Rollins contributed 14. Milwaukee nevertheless suffered its seventh consecutive defeat, falling to 1-10.

For New York, the result reinforced a growing sense of stability. Brunson provided scoring, Towns controlled the boards, Anunoby found his range, and the bench delivered enough support to keep the starters fresh. The Knicks’ recovery from their winless opening now stands at 6-4, with four straight victories behind them.