Key Takeaways:
- OG Anunoby posted 25 points and 13 rebounds for the New York Knicks in a 130-119 away victory over the Memphis Grizzlies
- Karl-Anthony Towns recorded 20 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for his fourth triple-double of the campaign
- Memphis reached a franchise low with just 20 total rebounds, as New York dominated the boards 49-20
Match Analysis
The New York Knicks produced one of their most commanding offensive displays of the season as they registered a 130-119 win against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on Wednesday night. Key contributions came from OG Anunoby, who finished with 25 points and 13 rebounds, and Karl-Anthony Towns, whose 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists secured his fourth triple-double of the season. This result saw the Knicks snap their three-game losing run and consolidate third place in the Eastern Conference, pulling a game and a half ahead of the Cleveland Cavaliers, who did not play on Wednesday.
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— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) April 2, 2026
First-Half Brilliance Sets the Tone
The Knicks started the contest in emphatic fashion, missing only two of their opening 15 shots. Their dominance inside was clear, scoring 22 points in the paint and out-rebounding the Grizzlies 11-2 in the first quarter. By halftime, New York had established a 79-62 advantage, having shot 71% from the field and converting seven of their ten three-point attempts. The 79-point haul marked the Knicks’ highest-scoring first half this season, just narrowly shy of their 83-point second-half tally against Minnesota on 5 November.
Memphis Short-Handed and Outmatched on the Boards
GG Jackson led the Grizzlies with 20 points, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Cedric Coward contributed 17 and 15 points respectively. Memphis, however, were hampered by a depleted squad due to persistent injury issues, and their rebounding struggles were pronounced; the team’s 20 total rebounds marked a new franchise low, compared to New York’s overpowering 49 boards.
Despite New York’s first-half dominance, Memphis rallied to reduce the deficit to 90-87 in the third quarter. Nevertheless, the Knicks responded swiftly, restoring control to enter the final period with a 99-90 lead and ultimately sealing the victory.
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OG Anunoby | Knicks | 25 | 13 | 3 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | Knicks | 20 | 11 | 11 |
| Mikal Bridges | Knicks | 24 | 2 | 1 |
| GG Jackson | Grizzlies | 20 | 3 | 4 |
| Olivier-Maxence Prosper | Grizzlies | 17 | 4 | 1 |
| Cedric Coward | Grizzlies | 15 | 0 | 0 |
Off-Court Developments and Fixtures Ahead
Memphis’ difficulties were compounded when forward Brandon Clarke, who has missed the majority of the season while recovering from knee surgery and a right calf strain, was arrested in Arkansas earlier on Wednesday on drug and reckless driving charges.
Looking ahead, the Knicks are set to host the Chicago Bulls on Friday night, while the Grizzlies will welcome Toronto to Memphis in their next outing.
