The New York Knicks fell short of achieving victory, but saw a number of individuals step up during a 118-107 loss to the Toronto Raptors.
Friday, November 11 was one of the most forgettable days in recent New York Knicks history. Carmelo Anthony was ejected after accumulating two questionable technical fouls and the rest of the roster was exposed for its early lack of chemistry.
One day after losing 115-87 to the Boston Celtics, the Knicks showed signs of progress during a 118-107 loss to the Toronto Raptors.
Regardless of the result, the Knicks needed to come back with a superior level of energy and passion. There was an undeniable absence of it a game prior, and one could even say the same about the victory over the Brooklyn Nets on November 9.
Behind the efforts of a select few players, the Knicks provided fans with an effort that was much easier to respect.
There were reasons to be upset; New York’s offense didn’t flow, its starters committed silly fouls, and the defense was forced to resort to a zone. There were a number of players who stepped up, however, and that shouldn’t be overlooked.
Matched up against the three-time defending division champions, the Knicks proved to have the upside of a contender in the Atlantic. These players helped establish that.