Knicks Edge Struggling Nets to Sidestep Potential Upset
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The New York Knicks eked out a narrow victory over the Brooklyn Nets on March 20, 2026, sidestepping what would have been a major embarrassment against their crosstown rival.
The Knicks failed to build a comfortable cushion for most of the contest and needed a late push to put away a Nets team that has spent the season near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. The tight finish kept New York’s playoff hopes on track while extending Brooklyn’s frustrating campaign.
While the exact final margin was not immediately disclosed, the result underscored the Knicks’ recent tendency to play down to opponents and highlighted the Nets’ inability to capitalize on a rare opportunity for a statement win.
The clubs are scheduled to meet again later in the season.
Source: New York Post
