Karl-Anthony Towns shone with a stellar performance, achieving his first triple-double in over three years, scoring 26 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and dishing out 11 assists. His efforts propelled the New York Knicks to a 128-113 victory against the Dallas Mavericks. The Knicks showcased their offensive prowess, shooting an impressive 59.6% from the field, while Josh Hart also contributed significantly with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists, marking his ninth triple-double of the season.

The Mavericks were initially strong, especially with Naji Marshall scoring a career-high 38 points, but they faltered in the second half, where they were outscored 60-45. Notably, New York’s depth proved too much for Dallas, especially in the third quarter when they limited the Mavericks to just 4 of 18 shooting. With this win, the Knicks improved to a solid 45-26, while the Mavericks’ struggles continued, marking their tenth loss in 13 games.