nba Game Recap
Miami Falls 125-109 to Knicks - Recap
The Heat were burned for 32 points by Jalen Brunson on Saturday as the Knicks picked up a 125-109 win at Madison Square Garden.
Bettors who backed the Knicks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 220.0.
Julius Randle had 19 points for New York and OG Anunoby chipped in with 19 points. Jalen Brunson had 8 assists for the Knicks, while Precious Achiuwa was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Miami got 28 points from Jimmy Butler in a losing cause and another 19 points from Duncan Robinson. Terry Rozier contributed 7 assists for the Heat, while Bam Adebayo had 13 rebounds.
The Knicks hit the break winning 61-51 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-38.
Next game, New York takes its act on the road to face Charlotte looking for another win. For Miami, they head home to face Phoenix.