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New York Knicks: Who Stepped Up Against Detroit Pistons?

By Maxwell Ogden

Nov 16, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Mindaugas Kuzminskas (91) and forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) react after scoring a basket against the Detroit Pistons during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 16, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Mindaugas Kuzminskas (91) and forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) react after scoring a basket against the Detroit Pistons during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 16, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) drives to the basket against Detroit Pistons forward Jon Leuer (30) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The New York Knicks defeated the Detroit Pistons 105-102. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 16, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) drives to the basket against Detroit Pistons forward Jon Leuer (30) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The New York Knicks defeated the Detroit Pistons 105-102. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports /

Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony had a solid first half during which he scored nine points and helped pace the offense. The New York Knicks needed something more explosive in the second half, however, and Anthony delivered.

With his 3-point shooting and unflappable confidence in his scoring instincts, Anthony helped the Knicks pull out this three-point win.

Anthony tallied marks of 22 points, five rebounds, one offensive board, three assists, and a steal in 37 minutes of high-quality play. He shot 9-of-17 from the floor and 4-of-6 from 3-point range, with the latter number playing a massive role in the outcome.

Anthony shot with the confidence and range that’s made him one of the most dynamic scorers in NBA history.

Anthony has been heating up in recent games, which is a promising sign for the development of the Knicks’ offense. He’s placing a stronger emphasis on driving the lane and isn’t hesitating to let the 3-ball fly.

Anthony is one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. The past few games have been a solid display of why that is.

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