Knicks Dominate Nets in New York Showdown
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Madison Square Garden
New York Knicks 134, Brooklyn Nets 98, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Brooklyn Nets vs New York Knicks?
New York Knicks beat Brooklyn Nets 134-98 at Madison Square Garden on November 9, 2025.
The New York Knicks showcased their dominance over the Brooklyn Nets with a commanding 134-98 victory at Madison Square Garden. This win extends the Knicks' lead in the season series, now at 2-0 against their city rivals, having previously defeated the Nets 113-105 on April 13, 2025. The Knicks are currently enjoying a strong home record of 6-3, while the Nets are struggling significantly with an away record of just 1-9.
In their last ten games, the Knicks have posted a record of 6-4, with a current winning streak of three games. They have averaged 116.6 points scored while allowing 112.2 points per game. Their recent form has been impressive, particularly at home, where they have a record of 5-1 and an average of 124.0 points scored in their last five games. In contrast, the Nets have struggled mightily, managing only one win in their last ten games, with an overall record of 1-9. They have averaged 110.7 points scored and allowed a staggering 123.4 points per game during this stretch. Their away record stands at 1-3, with their last five games yielding an average of just 109.0 points scored.
The Knicks' recent victories include a notable win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where they triumphed 137-114 on November 6, 2025. Other recent wins include a 119-102 victory over the Washington Wizards and a 128-116 win against the Chicago Bulls. The Nets, on the other hand, have faced a series of defeats, including a recent loss to the Detroit Pistons, where they fell 107-125 on November 8, 2025. Their only recent victory came against the Indiana Pacers, where they won 112-103 on November 6, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the Knicks are currently dealing with the day-to-day statuses of Mohamed Diawara (finger) and Jalen Brunson (wrist), which could impact their lineup. The Nets are also facing injury concerns, with Nolan Traore listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue. The absence of key players could have influenced the outcome of this matchup, particularly for the Nets, who have struggled to find consistency in their roster.
The market had priced the Knicks as heavy favorites for this matchup, with a home win probability of 0.999, reflecting their strong form and the Nets' ongoing struggles. The atmosphere at Madison Square Garden was electrifying, as fans rallied behind their team, further boosting the Knicks' performance.
As the game progressed, the Knicks maintained control, demonstrating their scoring prowess throughout. Key plays included a series of successful free throws and three-point shots that widened the gap. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter highlighted the Knicks' offensive capabilities, with Mohamed Diawara making a notable 25-foot three-point jumper, contributing to the final score.
Overall, this matchup not only showcased the Knicks' strength at home but also emphasized the ongoing challenges faced by the Nets as they continue to search for answers in a difficult season.
Injury report
- Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
- Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks
- Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets
Leaders
- PointsKarl-Anthony Towns28New York Knicks
- AssistsJalen Brunson7New York Knicks
- ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns12New York Knicks
- PointsMichael Porter Jr.25Brooklyn Nets
- AssistsNic Claxton5Brooklyn Nets
- ReboundsTyrese Martin8Brooklyn Nets
Recent form
New York Knicks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W3116.6 scored · 112.2 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W137-114vs Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 6
- W119-102vs Washington WizardsNov 4
- W128-116vs Chicago BullsNov 3
- L125-135at Chicago BullsNov 1
- L111-121at Milwaukee BucksOct 29
- L107-115at Miami HeatOct 26
- W105-95vs Boston CelticsOct 24
- W119-111vs Cleveland CavaliersOct 22
- W113-105at Brooklyn NetsApr 13
- L102-108vs Cleveland CavaliersApr 11
Brooklyn Nets
Last 10: 1-9Streak L1110.7 scored · 123.4 allowed per game1-3 away
- L107-125vs Detroit PistonsNov 8
- W112-103at Indiana PacersNov 6
- L109-125vs Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 4
- L105-129vs Philadelphia 76ersNov 2
- L112-117vs Atlanta HawksOct 29
- L109-137at Houston RocketsOct 28
- L107-118at San Antonio SpursOct 26
- L124-131vs Cleveland CavaliersOct 24
- L117-136at Charlotte HornetsOct 22
- L105-113vs New York KnicksApr 13
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Brooklyn Nets | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-82 | 48-89 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 14-45 | 17-37 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 46 |
| Free throws | 18-24 | 21-26 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 31 |
| Assists | 21 | 31 |
| Steals | 5 | 9 |
| Blocks | 8 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 25 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 58 |
| Fouls | 25 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 39 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter65-93Karl-Anthony Towns makes 1-foot dunk (Josh Hart assists)
- 3rd Quarter66-93Nic Claxton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter67-93Nic Claxton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter67-96Landry Shamet makes 26-foot three point shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-98Jalen Brunson makes 1-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-98Ziaire Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Drake Powell assists)
- 3rd Quarter70-100Josh Hart makes 13-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-102Josh Hart makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-104Mitchell Robinson makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-107Josh Hart makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Landry Shamet assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-107Day'Ron Sharpe makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter73-107Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter76-107Drake Powell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Martin assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-110Guerschon Yabusele makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-110Drake Powell makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter79-112Jalen Brunson makes 16-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter79-114Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter79-116Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter79-118OG Anunoby makes 1-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter82-118Egor Demin makes 28-foot three point jumper (Noah Clowney assists)
- 4th Quarter83-118Noah Clowney makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-118Ziaire Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Egor Demin assists)
- 4th Quarter86-119Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-120Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-122Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving dunk
- 4th Quarter86-123Karl-Anthony Towns makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter88-123Ziaire Williams makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter89-123Drake Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-123Drake Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-125Mohamed Diawara makes 22-foot jumper (Tyler Kolek assists)
- 4th Quarter92-125Drake Powell makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter92-127Ariel Hukporti makes 1-foot two point shot (Tyler Kolek assists)
- 4th Quarter94-127Tyrese Martin makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter97-127E.J. Liddell makes 24-foot jump bank shot (Tyrese Martin assists)
- 4th Quarter97-128Guerschon Yabusele makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-128E.J. Liddell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-129Guerschon Yabusele makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-132Mohamed Diawara makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Kolek assists)
- 4th Quarter98-133Pacome Dadiet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-134Pacome Dadiet makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours New York Knicks, below favours Brooklyn Nets.
Venue
- Madison Square GardenNew York, NY
- Attendance19812
- OfficialsScott Twardoski, Ray Acosta, Jonathan Sterling
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