Knicks Fall to Luka Doncic-Less Mavericks in Blowout Loss

The New York Knicks lost in blowout fashion, not the Dallas Mavericks.

Author:
Lance Roberson
Nov 27, 2024 10:07 PM EST

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The New York Knicks looked to beat the short-handed Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center on Wednesday, but fate had other plans. Despite Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns' efforts, it wasn't enough. Thanks to an ice-cold first half, the Mavericks soundly beat the Knicks

Nov 27, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and Dallas Mavericks center Dwight Powell (7) battle for the rebound during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images — © Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

New York's second-ranked offensive rating came into question as it began the game shooting 19 percent from the field and an abysmal 0-7 from 3 in the opening quarter. The Mavericks' defense shellshocked the Knicks, who were last seen stomping the Denver Nuggets 145-118 on Monday.

Without Luka Doncic, the Mavericks crushed the Knicks. Even when the Knicks made a run in the third quarter, the Mavericks swiftly responded. Due to the poor first half, the contest was an uphill battle, and the Knicks couldn't conquer such a mountain. Perhaps they still had the Colorado altitude in their system.

Jan 11, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts in front of Dallas Mavericks center Dwight Powell (7) after scoring during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Jalen Brunson led the game with 37 points, as he attempted a late-game push. However, it was too late, as the Mavericks had six players score double figures.

Naji Marshall led the Mavericks in scoring with 24 points on 10-17 mark from the field.

The Knicks play at the Charlotte Hornets on Friday as part of the NBA Cup.