The Knicks rank just outside the bottom 10 in defensive efficiency, and in their six losses to Cleveland, OKC and Boston, they have surrendered an average of 126 points. These are not championship-contending numbers, even with a top-shelf offense.

The Cleveland Cavaliers boosted their NBA-best record with a 142-105 romp past the New York Knicks on Friday, tightening their grip on the Eastern Conference lead with an all-around dominant display.

The New York Knicks have been one of the best teams in basketball this season. The Knicks are currently 36-18,

The Knicks barely escaped the Bulls, pulling out a 113-111 win in overtime. Josh Giddey led the way for Chicago with 27 points and 16 rebounds, while All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns dropped 32 points and 18 rebounds to take the Knicks over the hump.

The Knicks defeated the Bulls, 113-111, in overtime Knicks Top Performers Karl-Anthony Towns – 32 points, 18 rebounds 3rd straight game with 30+ points and 10+ rebounds Miles McBride – 23 points (season-high),