Although not big names like Brooklyn's, the Knicks are also without starters in Payton and Robinson, who are key defensively. The Nets can't miss in the 1st quarter, making a mockery of the #1 defense. Kyrie razzling and dazzling, hard to see the Knicks matching the offensive output, down 12 at the half. Nets history looking at triple-double's due to James Harden's 21 points, 15 assists and 14 boards. Showing Shawn Bradley's 5, that's pretty impressive if they're all 10 block triple-doubles, jeez. Randle plays a strong 2nd half, keeping the Knicks in touch. They force multiple jump ball situations for a chance to tie it up, but Kyrie strips Randle of the ball to win it. Kyrie best on the floor, with an efficient 34 points. Green 8 of 11 from the field, for 20. Harden solid, though despite his triple-double, 0 of 5 from outside, with 7 turnovers. Randle best for the Knicks, with 33 points, 12 boards, 6 assists and 3 steals, but 5 turnovers as well. Bullock with five 3's on the night. The Knicks took care of the ball, but managed just 16 assists total, with Quickley at the point, not play-making for others.
3. (Bkn) K.Irving, 2. (Bkn) J.Green, 1. (Nyk) J.Randle.
3. (Bkn) K.Irving, 2. (Bkn) J.Green, 1. (Nyk) J.Randle.