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Delving deeper into the Knicks' scoring capabilities reveals that they are effective in multiple areas on the floor. Brunson exhibits well-rounded shooting skills: he shoots 64% in the restricted area, 53.4% in the paint, 41% in mid-range, and 40% from three, demonstrating his ability to exploit defenses at every level. Coupled with his average of 6.9 free throw attempts per game, he has become a master at drawing fouls.
The Knicks' starting lineup, which includes Brunson, Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Towns, leads the NBA in total minutes played together. Their cohesiveness has translated into impressive offensive numbers. They rank highly in shooting efficiency metrics, such as 37% on above-the-break threes (4th in the NBA) and 39.7% on corner threes (9th in the NBA).