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The New York Knicks traveled to Minnesota for a much-anticipated game, marking the return of Karl-Anthony Towns. Towns received a rousing welcome from his teammates, Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert, who honored him with a video tribute before the game. His presence re-ignited the Timberwolves' hopes but ultimately fell short as the Knicks dominated the matchup.
Julius Randle's fiery start, scoring 21 points in the first half, set the tone for New York. The Knicks, after a close score of 33–32, launched a staggering 26 to 3 run, effectively taking control of the game. Randle ended with 24 points, and Towns had a notable performance with 32 points and 20 rebounds. The Knicks won decisively with a score of 133–107, securing essential momentum in their season.