New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets: did the 19-point second quarter swing Spectrum Center to Buzz City?

The New York Knicks dropped to 48-27 after a 114-103 loss to the the Charlotte Hornets, who moved to 40-34 at Spectrum Center on 7:00 PM EDT. The New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets match summary started with the Knicks scoring 36 in the opening quarter while the Hornets answered with 38.

First quarter

The Knicks shot 51 percent from the field in the game and opened with 36 points in the first quarter. The Hornets hit 16 threes in the game and set an early edge by putting up 38 in the first quarter.

Second quarter

The Knicks were held to 19 points in the second quarter as the Hornets scored 27 in the period to build separation. Jalen Brunson’s previous-game line of 26 points and 13 assists framed the post-game report New York Knicks, but the Knicks finished with 10 turnovers in this game.

Third quarter

The Knicks scored 21 in the third quarter while the Hornets posted 29, and Charlotte’s 52 rebounds shaped the extra-shot margin. Josh Hart’s previous-game 5 steals highlighted what went wrong for New York Knicks, as the Hornets still produced 16 second-chance points on 12 offensive rebounds.

Fourth quarter

The Knicks closed with 27 points in the fourth quarter and finished with 48 points in the paint on 67 percent shooting on those attempts. The Hornets finished the night at 53 percent overall with 28 assists, and the Knicks’ New York Knicks final whistle reaction centered on matching that efficiency while Charlotte led for 46:23.

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