We’re only a few days into the new year, but the Knicks already have reached a milestone.
Tuesday night’s 107-101 win over the Hawks gave the Knicks their 17th win of the season, tying their total for all of last season.
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Carmelo Anthony and Arron Afflalo led the way with 23 points each, and rookie Kristaps Porzingis had a strong showing with 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Anthony did more than score, however. He also had 11 rebounds, seven assists and two blocks as the Knicks (17-19) scored their second victory over the Hawks in three nights.
"He's starting to find out how he can dominate the game in different fashions," Knicks coach Derek Fisher said, via The Wall Street Journal. "That's what leaders do."