In an exhilarating showdown on February 4, 2026, the New York Knicks triumphed over the Denver Nuggets with a thrilling score of 134-127 after two nail-biting overtimes, marking their eighth consecutive victory. Jalen Brunson was nothing short of extraordinary, lighting up the scoreboard with 42 points, while also contributing nine assists and grabbing eight rebounds. His performance was pivotal in securing the win for the Knicks against a tough opponent.
Karl-Anthony Towns also made a significant impact, scoring 24 points and pulling down 12 rebounds, all while battling through an injury sustained during a head collision in the first quarter, where he ended up with a cut above his right eye. Despite fouling out in the first overtime period, Brunson’s remarkable display in the second overtime, where he scored 10 points, ensured that the Knicks stayed ahead.
On the other side of the court, Jamal Murray shone for the Nuggets, racking up 39 points. His teammate, Nikola Jokic, showcased his skills as well, achieving a triple-double with 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists in his return from a knee injury. However, the Nuggets faced disappointment, suffering their third straight loss, having previously fallen to the top teams in the conference, Oklahoma City and Detroit.
The Knicks had been dominating their previous games by an impressive average margin of 24.7 points during their winning streak, but this match was a tightly contested affair, with neither team managing to lead by double digits. OG Anunoby added support for the Knicks with 20 points throughout the game.
The situation grew more challenging for the Nuggets when they lost their starting forwards, Peyton Watson and Spencer Jones, to injuries during the intense match. Watson limped off the court in the fourth quarter, nursing an apparent leg injury.
As the game neared its conclusion, the Knicks seemed poised to clinch victory in the first overtime when Murray's last-second 3-point attempt fell short. However, a controversial loose-ball foul called on Mikal Bridges against Christian Braun allowed Braun to tie the game by sinking two free throws with just 0.3 seconds left on the clock.
Brunson quickly took charge in the second overtime, scoring the initial six points, propelling the Knicks to their hard-fought victory.
The first-quarter incident that led to Towns’ injury occurred as he attempted to drive towards the basket and collided heads with Jones, resulting in a noticeable cut. After receiving treatment and donning a bandage, Towns, despite the blood on his white jersey, coolly sank his free throws before heading to the locker room for further care.
Looking ahead, the Nuggets will face off against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday, while the Knicks are set to visit the Detroit Pistons on Friday.
