The New York Knicks entered Tuesday night’s game against the Dallas Mavericks looking to pick up a much-needed victory, and that is exactly what they were able to do. New York had struggled over the past few weeks, having dropped six of their last ten games entering Tuesday’s contest. Despite this, the Knicks used a great start and a dominant third quarter to take down the beat-up Mavericks 128-113.
OG Anunoby led the way for the Knicks, scoring 35 points and grabbing five rebounds in the victory. Karl-Anthony Towns also had a great game, recording a triple-double with 26 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists. Josh Hart came up big in New York’s victory as well, also recording a triple-double with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists on 6-9 shooting from the field. For Hart, this was his ninth triple-double of the season, moving him into the top spot in Knicks’ history for the most triple-doubles in a single season.
Hart entered Tuesday’s game tied with Walt Frazier, who had eight triple-doubles in a single season back in 1968-69. With his performance against the Mavericks, Hart surpassed Frazier in the record books, making a significant mark in Knicks history. Hart has played a key role for the Knicks this season, contributing to their current position as third in the Eastern Conference standings.
This season, the 30-year-old guard is averaging 13.9 points, 9.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.5 steals per game while shooting 53.1% from the field and 33.5% from three-point range, all while playing an NBA-leading 37.7 minutes per game. Hart has put together one of the best seasons of his career thus far and will look to help the Knicks extend their winning streak to three games when they host the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday.
Prior to Tuesday’s game, the Knicks were coming off a victory against the Washington Wizards on Saturday, March 22, 2025. The Mavericks, on the other hand, had lost seven of their last ten games but had recently won two consecutive contests. The matchup at Madison Square Garden was crucial for both teams, especially for the Knicks as they sought to build momentum.
Unfortunately for the Knicks, they were without center Mitchell Robinson for Tuesday’s game, as he was ruled out due to ankle injury management. Robinson had undergone ankle surgery in the offseason, which had kept him out for most of the season. Since his return, the Knicks have held him out of one night of a back-to-back, which they faced on Tuesday and Wednesday. Robinson is expected to play against the Clippers, providing a much-needed boost to the Knicks’ frontcourt.
Robinson has been averaging 5.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game while shooting an impressive 68.6% from the field in the ten games he has played this season. With Robinson sidelined, Precious Achiuwa was expected to see an increased role off the bench, while Towns might be asked to play even more minutes under head coach Tom Thibodeau’s strategy.
In addition to Robinson, the Knicks were also shorthanded in the backcourt, as they ruled out Jalen Brunson and Miles McBride due to injury. This opened the door for Cameron Payne and Tyler Kolek to receive increased playing time, further challenging the Knicks’ depth.
The game between the Mavericks and Knicks was set to tip-off at 7:30 p.m. EST, and Knicks fans were eager to see how their team would respond after a difficult stretch. The victory against the Mavericks not only boosted the Knicks’ morale but also solidified their standing in the competitive Eastern Conference.
As the Knicks look ahead, they will need to maintain their momentum and continue to build on their recent successes. With Hart making history and key players stepping up, the Knicks are positioned to make a strong push as the season progresses. Fans will be watching closely to see if the team can keep its winning streak alive against the Clippers, a game that promises to be another exciting matchup.
