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The highlight of the evening was the Knicks' impressive 133-107 victory over the Timberwolves. The game marked the return of Karl-Anthony Towns, who received a warm welcome from teammates like Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert. Towns was lauded for his composed gameplay, overcoming the emotions associated with his return to his former team.
Shaquille O'Neal emphasized the critical importance of allowing the game to come to a player like Towns, whereas Barkley pointed out that New York’s Julius Randle, who poured in 21 points in the first half, has the potential to be a game-changer. As the Knicks executed a staggering 26-3 run to wrap up the half, their cohesiveness and offensive efficiency shone through.