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Knicks Offense Falters in 0-3 Start With Brunson Shouldering Blame
New York drops third straight game after blowing a double-digit lead late against Orlando.
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Tough Opening Stretch Continues
The Knicks fell to 0-3 with a 111-102 loss to the Magic. They built a 12-0 lead early but held only a four-point advantage at halftime. A 10-point edge with 9:20 remaining vanished as Orlando scored 40 points in the fourth quarter.
Brunson Accepts Responsibility
Jalen Brunson scored 28 points on 12-of-28 shooting while going 1-for-7 from three-point range. He pointed to the team's offensive issues as his responsibility and stressed the need for better leadership and organization to keep players in the right spots during runs.
Shooting and Execution Woes
New York shot 9-for-38 from three-point range overall. The team entered the day ranked 29th in offensive efficiency. Coach Mike Brown highlighted missing transition defense and a lack of physicality and sharpness. The undefeated Detroit Pistons visit next.
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