The New York Knicks won a hard-fought battle against the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night, earning redemption in their second matchup in three days. New York saw big performances across the board — Jalen Brunson tallied 31 points and four made threes, while OG Anunoby added 21 points and played exceptional defense. The bench also made its mark, combining for 46 points in the win.

Although Josh Hart and Jordan Clarkson provided valuable production, it was Karl-Anthony Towns who gave the Knicks the boost they needed. Towns finished with 20 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, and two blocks, shooting 45.5% from the field and a perfect 100% from three, marking his best shooting performance of the season.

After the game, Towns reflected on what the win meant for the team.

Towns' Comments Lift Spirits 

“I think it’s a step in the right direction,” Towns said postgame. “We did a good job finding a way to win against a really good team — a hot team, a team that we just lost to. We showed some grit, some resiliency, all that bounce-back ability we’ve been known for over the last year. It’s good to get a win on the board, especially at home.”

The victory snapped the Knicks’ three-game losing streak, which included a 125–135 loss to the Bulls just two nights earlier. Chicago entered Sunday with a perfect 5–0 record but was without Ayo Dosunmu, who had been a major contributor in Friday’s win, shooting 80% from the field.

Towns’ comments not only reflected the team’s effort but also his personal turnaround. Currently dealing with a grade 2 quad strain, the big man has been battling injuries since the start of the season, which have noticeably impacted his shooting rhythm. He’s currently averaging 38% from the field and 35.7% from three, a significant dip compared to his efficiency last year.

The Outlook of the Future

This season has brought new responsibilities for Towns. Head coach Mike Brown has tasked him with adapting to a faster-paced offense and spending more time at power forward — a shift Towns initially resisted but has begun to embrace. With Mitchell Robinson on a minutes restriction, Towns has also been logging extra minutes at center, further increasing his workload.

If the Knicks can build off Sunday night’s performance and carry that energy into their next six home games, the blueprint for success is clear. Fans are hopeful that the developing chemistry between Towns and Brunson will continue to anchor what’s shaping up to be a stronger, more cohesive Knicks team.