The New York Knicks held off the New Orleans Pelicans 121-116 to secure a five-point NBA win in a tightly contested matchup. New York’s offense was efficient throughout, shooting 31-of-52 (60.0%) from the field and getting consistent production from multiple scorers to maintain control in key stretches. Jalen Brunson led all scorers with 32 points, anchoring the Knicks’ half-court attack and delivering timely scoring when New Orleans threatened to close the gap. Ogugua Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns each added 21 points, giving New York three 20-plus scorers and helping balance the offense alongside 29 team assists. New Orleans stayed within striking distance behind Zion Williamson’s 22 points and 21 points from J. Fears, while the Pelicans’ perimeter shooting (15-of-34 from three) helped fuel runs to keep the game close late. The Pelicans also moved the ball effectively with 33 assists, but they were out-rebounded 41-34, limiting their margin for error in a one-possession finish. Going forward, the Knicks can point to elite shot-making efficiency and a strong rebounding edge as winning pillars, while the Pelicans can take positives from their three-point volume and playmaking. However, New Orleans will likely look to improve on the glass and find more late-game stops against high-efficiency opponents to turn close losses into wins.