nba Game Recap
New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Recap - Knicks Win 129-119
The Thunder were burned for 34 points by Jalen Brunson on Monday as the Knicks picked up a 129-119 win at Paycom Center.
Bettors who backed the Knicks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 228.0.
RJ Barrett had 25 points for New York and Julius Randle chipped in with 25 points. Jalen Brunson had 9 assists for the Knicks, while Julius Randle was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Oklahoma City got 30 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in a losing cause and another 24 points from Luguentz Dort. Josh Giddey contributed 7 assists for the Thunder, while Josh Giddey had 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New York were victorious, as the score was 69-58 at the break.
The rebound battle favored New York as they grabbed 48 boards, while Oklahoma City only had 38
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Trail Blazers. The Thunder will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Denver.