Steve Popper: Knicks again play down to the competition
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Steve Popper: Knicks again play down to the competition
"If you expect to be who you think you are at the end of the day you will approach this in a business-like manner. The biggest thing is making sure you don't skip any details. I think in games like this, the details or the small things are huge. And playing with a sense of urgency while making them feel you on both ends of the floor."
"A lot of these guys are hungry and some of them have proven that they belong on this level and in a pretty good spot in terms of a rotation. That doesn't mean going out and blowing them out, but if you're lackadaisical at any point in the game for any stretch, they're NBA players."
The Knicks faced Golden State at Madison Square Garden with the Warriors severely depleted, missing eight players including Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler. Despite this advantage, New York fell behind by 21 points in the first half. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks' comeback with 30 points, securing a 110-107 victory. Coach Mike Brown emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and attention to detail in games against undermanned opponents, noting that NBA players remain dangerous regardless of roster availability. The Knicks' ability to fight back from significant deficits mirrors their earlier comeback against Utah, with bench contributions providing crucial energy and offensive support.
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