Mikal Bridges

After a disappointing performance in which he only attempted six shots in a loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday, Bridges was far more involved as a scorer on Saturday. The 20 points were two fewer than his total in New York's first two games of Week 22, and Mikal has recorded five assists or more in four of his last six outings. The next test for Bridges will be to keep this going once Jalen Brunson returns from his ankle injury, which could be as soon as Sunday against Phoenix.

By design, the Cavaliers funneled the ball in Hart's direction, resulting in him attempting 19 shots on Wednesday. He made eight, but it was more important for the Knicks that Hart attempted those shots instead of passing them up. Hart's fantasy value has taken a hit recently, as shooting 64.7 percent from the foul line over the past two weeks hasn't helped. However, he's ranked just outside the top-50 in nine-cat during this stretch. Hart's increased usage on Wednesday may have come at Mikal Bridges' expense, as he only attempted six shots and finished with eight points, two rebounds, three assists and one steal. Bridges will need to be better, beginning with the Knicks' Saturday/Sunday back-to-back.

Towns is back after sitting out Tuesday's win over the 76ers. He'll return to the starting lineup, joining Delon Wright, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart and OG Anunoby. With Mitchell Robinson (ankle) unavailable, Precious Achiuwa will serve as Towns' backup.

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Takeaways from the Knicks' game against the Portland Trail Blazers, a 110-93 New York win.