The Knicks' three players combined for 47 points to secure their first championship in 11 years since the tournament's return.
2026-02-16 03:48
February 16th - The highly anticipated Shooting Stars Challenge returned for its first competition since its relaunch. The New York Knicks, comprised of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Knicks legend Allan Houston, dominated the final with a game-high 47 points.
The first All-Star team to appear, led by Scottie Barnes, Chet Holmgren, and Richard Hamilton, scored only 16 points. The Cameron team, which followed, played more consistently, with Jalen Johnson, Knupper, and Corey Maggette combining for 24 points and briefly taking the lead.
Team Harper was the third to appear, with Ron Harper on the court with his two sons, but their overall shooting percentage was low, ultimately scoring only 18 points. The Knicks, appearing last, relied on Brunson and Towns hitting consecutive long-range shots, while Houston maintained his composure and hot hand, with the three combining for 31 points, securing the top seed in the first round and advancing alongside Team Carmelo.
In the final, Team Cameron took the lead and scored 38 points, with Maggette hitting three consecutive four-pointers. When it was the Knicks' turn, Towns delivered a steady performance, Brunson continued his accurate shooting, and Houston hit a buzzer-beating four- pointer to seal the final score at 47 points.
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