The Knicks snapped the Lakers' perfect record when leading at halftime. The Lakers are now 18–1 when leading after the first half this season.
The New York Knicks ended the Los Angeles Lakers' impressive 18-game streak with a 112–110 win on Sunday.
The Lakers had been 18–0 this season when leading at halftime, ahead of the game at Madison Square Garden.
It was also Jalen Brunson's first-ever head-to-head win against his former teammate Luka Doncic.
The Knicks were led by OG Anunoby, who scored 25 points and grabbed eight rebounds.
For the Lakers, Luka Doncic carried the team with 30 points, 15 rebounds, and eight assists.
With the win, the Knicks improved to a 31–18 record and second place in the Eastern Conference, while the Lakers dropped to 29–19 and sixth place in the West.
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