The Golden State Warriors continued their push for automatic playoff qualification with a solid win over the Knicks.
Steph Curry's affinity for Madison Square Garden continued on Tuesday as he led the Golden State Warriors to a 114-102 victory over the New York Knicks. With this win, Curry's personal record at the iconic venue improved to 12-1.
Curry was in top form, scoring 28 points on 10-of-21 shooting, including five 3-pointers.
He also dished out nine assists and grabbed seven rebounds in 33 minutes. The Warriors trailed by eight at halftime, but a dominant third quarter turned the tide.
Curry and Jimmy Butler combined for 23 points in the third quarter, outscoring the Knicks 35-26.
The Warriors carried this momentum into the final frame, securing a convincing win. Butler finished with 19 points, four rebounds, and four assists, while second-year guard Brandin Podziemski chipped in with 19 points, five rebounds, and four assists.
Buddy Hield provided a spark off the bench, scoring 15 points in 23 minutes. The Warriors' win marked their ninth in 11 games since acquiring Butler at the trade deadline.