The Knicks exhibited notable resilience by completing their largest comeback of the season against the Miami Heat, rallying from a 19-point deficit to secure a 116-112 victory. Coach Tom Thibodeau praised the team’s second-half improvement, emphasizing defense and timely offensive plays. Jalen Brunson's versatility and composure in critical moments were highlighted, showcasing his ability to adapt his play to the game's needs. Thibodeau also discussed team dynamics, emphasizing the importance of putting the team first, especially in decisions like benching players when necessary.
"Obviously we didn't want to get in a hole like we did in the first half. They’ve been playing really well. I thought our defense tightened up in the second half and the rebounding was really good. Then we started making shots and there were timely plays and a lot of hustle plays that really got us going."
"The thing that's unique about Jalen is his poise under pressure and he can beat you a lot of different ways. He can beat you with a shot, he can beat you off the dribble, he can beat you with a finish, he can beat you with a pass."
"Some nights it may be somebody else's night. And that's the guy we got to ride. If we're putting the team first, that's what we got to do."
"That's what you love about the team. Whoever has got it going, we're going to ride those guys a little bit more."
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