The Knicks defeated the Cavaliers 121-108 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, moving within one win of their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999. Coach Mike Brown credited Karl-Anthony Towns as the team’s offensive hub, citing seven assists and zero turnovers alongside three steals. Cleveland had previously limited Towns’ playmaking, forcing New York to rely heavily on Jalen Brunson, but New York returned to Towns as a distributor in Game 3. The Knicks produced efficient offense, never trailed, and extended a franchise-record playoff winning streak to 10 games. New York outscored Cleveland 30-10 in transition and capitalized on 17 Cleveland turnovers.
"“KAT, he was our hub offensively: seven assists, zero turnovers,” said Brown. “He was really good for us offensively and defensively with three steals, but his ability to fire back in the pick-and-roll situation was really good.”"
"Cleveland had limited Towns' facilitating role earlier in the series, forcing the Knicks to lean heavily on Jalen Brunson. In Game 3, however, the Cavaliers focused extra defensive attention on Brunson again, and New York responded by returning to Towns as a distributor. The adjustment worked as the Knicks produced one of their most efficient offensive performances of the postseason."
"Brunson led New York with 30 points, while Mikal Bridges finished with 22 points, six rebounds, two steals and two blocks on 11-of-15 shooting. OG Anunoby contributed 21 points, seven rebounds and four assists as the Knicks shot 55.8% from the field, knocked down 11 three-pointers and converted 24 of 27 free throws."
"New York never trailed in the game and extended its franchise-record playoff winning streak to 10 games. The Knicks have won those games by an average margin of 22.5 points, with all but one victory coming by double digits. Transition offense also created consistent scoring opportunities in Game 3. New York outscored Cleveland 30-10 in transition and repeatedly capitalized on live-ball turnovers."
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