The Knicks lost a knock-down, drag-out defensive affair with the Heat, holding a lead after the first half. But an onslaught from Jimmy Butler and the Heat’s shooters in the second half doomed New York to a loss.

Key Stats

Julius Randle: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists

Derrick Rose: 16 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists

Immanuel Quickley: 12 points, 2 steals

Nerlens Noel: 8 points, 11 rebounds, 4 blocks, 2 steals