The New York Knicks capped off their 2024 calendar year with a commanding 126-106 victory over the Washington Wizards, marking their eighth consecutive win. The game, held at Capital One Arena, saw the Knicks pull away in the second half after a tightly contested first half, leading by only two points at halftime. A standout performance came from Josh Hart, who recorded his ninth career triple-double, contributing 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, all of which were season highs. Hart's explosive second quarter was pivotal, where he scored all but six of his points and showcased his shooting prowess by hitting three consecutive three-pointers.

Karl-Anthony Towns also shone for the Knicks, leading the scoring with 32 points and adding 13 rebounds for a double-double. Despite the loss, the Wizards showed resilience, particularly with the return of Kyle Kuzma, who scored nine points in 21 minutes after missing 12 games. However, the night was marred for Washington as rookie Carlton 'Bub' Carrington suffered a concerning head injury that required a wheelchair for his exit from the game.

Looking ahead, the Knicks are set to face the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden on New Year’s night, continuing their strong performance as they aim to build on their current winning streak.