Knicks 117 - Bucks 85 (11/10/2026): Towns Dominates Boards with 16 Rebounds

The New York Knicks welcomed the Milwaukee Bucks to Madison Square Garden for an Eastern Conference showdown. The game ended with the Knicks overpowering the Bucks, 117-85. This result highlighted the contrasting forms of both teams this season.

New York entered the game with a record of 5-4, seeking to climb up the standings. Milwaukee, on the other hand, was struggling with just one win in nine games, placing them at the bottom of the conference.

First Half Dominance

The Knicks set the tone early, outscoring the Bucks 26-21 in the first quarter. Their strong defense limited Milwaukee to just 13 points in the second quarter, while the Knicks added 32 to their tally.

By halftime, New York had built a commanding 58-34 lead. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns led the scoring for the Knicks, ensuring a comfortable cushion heading into the second half.

Milwaukee's shooting struggles were evident, as they only hit 38% of their shots from the field in the first half. The Bucks needed a significant turnaround to get back into the game.

Continued Control in the Second Half

The third quarter saw a slight comeback attempt from the Bucks, who scored 38 points. However, the Knicks kept pace, adding 27 points of their own to maintain their lead.

In the final quarter, New York once again tightened their defense, restricting Milwaukee to only 13 points. The Knicks added another 32 points, sealing their emphatic victory.

Karl-Anthony Towns was a force in the paint, pulling down 16 rebounds and scoring 21 points. His presence on the boards was crucial for the Knicks, who out-rebounded the Bucks 59 to 32.

Statistical Overview

The Knicks' shooting accuracy was a key factor, making 44.9% of their shots compared to Milwaukee's 38%. From beyond the arc, New York slightly edged Milwaukee by hitting 38.6% of their attempts.

Both teams matched each other with seven steals apiece, but the Knicks had fewer turnovers, committing only 10 to Milwaukee's 12. This helped the Knicks maintain control throughout the game.

Milwaukee's Jaime Jaquez Jr. tried to keep his team in the game, scoring 16 points and grabbing five rebounds. Yet, the Bucks' overall team effort fell short against a more cohesive Knicks lineup.

The loss extended Milwaukee's losing streak to seven games, deepening their struggles in the Eastern Conference. They look to regroup for their next game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

New York, now on a four-game winning streak, will aim to continue their good run of form. They face the Cleveland Cavaliers next at home, hoping to build on this impressive win.