New York Knicks: Who Stepped Up Against The Phoenix Suns?

Dec 13, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; (From left) New York Knicks center Joakim Noah holds back forward Kristaps Porzingis as guard Brandon Jennings pushes Phoenix Suns center Tyson Chandler as guard Devin Booker comes in during a third quarter fight at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 7, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Justin Holiday (8) warms up before a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

Justin Holiday

The New York Knicks turned to Courtney Lee to pace them through a game where most players failed to show up. He was the savior during the first three quarters and was one of the few reasons New York remained within striking distance.

During the fourth quarter, it was Justin Holiday who stepped up at shooting guard to help the Knicks mount a comeback and force overtime.

Holiday played 25 vital minutes against the Suns, recording eight points, three assists, and a rebound. He shot 3-of-8 from the field, 0-of-2 from beyond the arc, and 2-of-2 from the charity stripe, but it was bigger than the numbers.

Holiday provided valuable energy on defense on a night where the Knicks came out with a lackadaisical effort on that end of the floor.

On the offensive end, Holiday continued to prove that he can make plays in big moments. He scored all eight of his points in the fourth quarter and had two assists in the final period of regulation, as well.

The Knicks may have lost this game, but Holiday helped reaffirm the belief that the second unit can be a strength for New York.

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