The Pelicans are in their best stretch of the season right now, as this marks their fifth win in six games. They got it done with defense here, as the Knicks shot 38 percent from the field and 30 percent from three - point range, Anthony Davis carried the load, as he totaled 23 points and 18 rebounds in the win. Tyreke Evans was second on the team, as he accumulated 16 points, five rebounds and four assists off the bench. Jrue Holiday recorded a 12 - point, 11 - rebound double - double. The "big three" for the Knicks all played well in this loss, as they combined for 67 of the teams 92 points. Carmelo Anthony led the team, as he collected 26 points and 13 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis was n't far behind, recording 21 points and 12 boards. Derrick Rose caps off the "big three", with 20 points.
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