Knicks Rout Bucks 117-85 Behind Brunson, Towns
New York extends its winning streak to four games, outscoring Milwaukee 32-13 in the second quarter.
Updated on Nov. 11, 2026 in Basketball
The New York Knicks defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 117-85 on Tuesday night. The Knicks have now won six of their last seven games after an 0-3 start.
Why it matters
The win extends New York's momentum after a rocky opening and drops Milwaukee to 1-10 with its seventh straight loss. The result widens the gap between two teams heading in opposite directions this early in the season.
Brunson scored 23, Towns recorded 21 points and 16 rebounds, and Anunoby made five 3-pointers for 19 points. Drummond added 14 rebounds in 15 minutes, while Jaquez Jr. and Rollins led Milwaukee with 16 and 14 points.
The players
Jalen Brunson
Brunson is a veteran New York Knicks guard known for his scoring and playmaking, and he led the team with 23 points in this win.
Karl-Anthony Towns
Towns is a Knicks big man and perennial All-Star known for his shooting range and rebounding, posting 21 points and 16 rebounds in this game.
OG Anunoby
Anunoby is a Knicks wing defender and three-point shooter who hit five triples and scored 19 points against Milwaukee.
The details
Brunson led the Knicks with 23 points while Karl-Anthony Towns posted 21 points and 16 rebounds. New York used a 32-13 second quarter, with Anunoby and Tyler Kolek combining for 10 quick points to push the lead to 36-23 before halftime.
Timeline
Tuesday, November 10, 2026: Knicks defeat Bucks 117-85 at home.
Wednesday, November 12, 2026: Bucks host the Los Angeles Lakers.
Wednesday, November 12, 2026: Knicks host Cleveland.
Season Trajectory
The Knicks' rebound from an 0-3 start to six wins in seven games reshapes the early Eastern Conference picture. Milwaukee's slide to 1-10 leaves the Bucks facing a steep climb back into playoff contention.
The Knicks' four-game streak puts them in position to climb the Eastern Conference standings if they keep winning at home. For fantasy managers, Brunson's 23 points and Towns' double-double are the lines to track as the Knicks prepare for Cleveland.
The takeaway
The Knicks' second-quarter surge showed how quickly a game can turn when depth players like Kolek and Anunoby find their shots. For fans and bettors alike, the early-season momentum swing is worth watching as both teams settle into their rotations.
What happens next
The Knicks host Cleveland on Wednesday, November 12, 2026, and the Bucks host the Los Angeles Lakers the same night.
Further reading
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