The New York Knicks faced a disappointing 117-107 loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder, marking the end of their nine-game winning streak. Isaiah Hartenstein, a former Knicks player, highlighted the team's lack of depth, noting the Thunder's ability to rotate ten players compared to the Knicks’ bench producing only five points. This performance continued a trend, as New York's bench has been outscored significantly in recent games, raising concerns about their ability to compete against elite teams.

The Knicks’ reliance on their starters has left them vulnerable to fatigue during critical moments, evident in their back-to-back losses where they were outscored heavily in fourth and third quarters. As the trade deadline looms, the Knicks are in a precarious position. While the potential return of Mitchell Robinson could address some issues, his injury history complicates matters as the team weighs their options to improve depth.