The New York Knicks defeated the host Miami Heat, 114 - 103, at American Airlines Center on Tuesday. These two teams totaled nine ties and 17 lead changes, as there was swing after swing in this tightly contested battle. Defense was key for New York, as they held Miami to 43 percent shooting. The Knicks shot 49 percent on their end and outrebounded the Heat, 53 - 46. New York (12 - 9) has finally been starting to gel over recent weeks and they received some big performances in a big road win. Carmelo Anthony was the player of the game, scoring a game - high 35 points on 13 - of - 27 shooting. Kristaps Porzingis recorded a double - double, totaling 14 points and 12 rebounds. Derrick Rose finished the game with 10 points, two rebounds and three assists before leaving early due to back spasms. Joakim Noah had one of his best games as a Knick, accruing 10 points and 10 rebounds in just 14 minutes of action. On deck for New York is a home matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. Miami (7 - 14) are starting to play better, but they ran into a hot Knicks bunch that did n't want to lose. Goran Dragic continued his fantastic form, accumulating 29 points, four rebounds and seven assists in the loss. Hassan Whiteside recorded yet another double - double, amassing 24 points, 13 rebounds and three blocks. Wayne Ellington was the only other starter in double figures, dropping 14 points. Tyler Johnson did provide 13 points and five rebounds off the bench. Miami will play again on Wednesday, as they travel to Atlanta to face the Hawks.
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