New York Knicks: Who Stepped Up Against The Houston Rockets?

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Dec 31, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; New York Knicks guard Brandon Jennings (3) drives towards the basket against Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports /

The New York Knicks concluded a three-game road trip with a 129-122 loss to the Houston Rockets. Who stepped up for New York against Houston?

The New York Knicks entered the biggest game of the season thus far with a shorthanded rotation. Prior to tipoff, it was announced that starters Kristaps Porzingis and Courtney Lee, as well as super sub Kyle O’Quinn, would miss the outing due to injuries.

The odds were stacked even higher when it was announced that Carmelo Anthony missed the second half of the clash with the Houston Rockets with a knee injury.

James Harden took over with one of the greatest performances in NBA history as the Rockets downed the Knicks, 129-122. Harden posted 53 points, 17 assists, and 16 rebounds on 14-of-26 shooting from the field.

As a team, Houston converted 21 3-point field goals, dished out 30 assists, and attempted 29 free throw attempts en route to the 129-point eruption.

As a result of New York’s loss, it falls to 16-17 overall and 5-12 on the road after 33 games. It’s currently on a four-game losing streak and has lost seven of its past nine outings en route to its current standing.

The question is: who stepped up for the New York Knicks against the Houston Rockets on New Year’s Eve?

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