In an electrifying showdown on February 28, 2025, the New York Knicks secured a narrow 102-101 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, thanks to a last-second shot from OG Anunoby. Anunoby, who became the hero of the evening, sank a crucial three-pointer to bring his team ahead with just seconds remaining on the clock. The game took place at Madison Square Garden, where fans witnessed an intense back-and-forth battle between the two teams. The Knicks, who improved their record to 35-24, were led by star player Julius Randle, who contributed significantly with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists. Meanwhile, Jalen Brunson added 22 points, continuing his strong offensive support for the team.
The Grizzlies, playing without injured guard Desmond Bane, fought valiantly but ultimately fell short. Bane’s absence was felt as he is one of the team’s leading scorers, and his injury status was recently updated; he is expected to be sidelined for a few more games due to a sprained ankle.
Despite the setback, Memphis had strong performances from Jaren Jackson Jr. and Tyus Jones, who scored 26 and 18 points, respectively. Jackson Jr. showcased his skills with both offense and defense, attempting to fill the void left by Bane’s injury.
After the game, Anunoby expressed his excitement, stating, “I just focused on the moment and knew I had to make that shot. The support from my teammates was incredible, which made it even better to contribute to our win.”
The victory was crucial for the Knicks, as they look to solidify their playoff positioning as the season approaches its final stretch. The Grizzlies, now falling to a 28-31 record, will need to regroup quickly to keep their playoff dreams alive as they continue to navigate through injuries and tough matchups in the coming games.
