Knicks' Defense Surge: Can They Keep It Up?

0:00Welcome to NBA News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NBA fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The New York Knicks are one of the hottest teams in the NBA right now, winning 15 of their last 19 games after a rough stretch where they dropped 9 out of 11. That turnaround has them sitting pretty in the top 5 of major power rankings, including number 4 at the Athletic and number 5 at CBS Sports. They capped off the surge with a 25 point blowout over the San Antonio Spurs, holding them to just 89 points and snapping there. 11 game winning streak. It was their biggest jump in the CBS rankings this week, showing everyone their back on track. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the Knicks defense, which has been the best in the league over these 19 games. They've kept 10 opponents under 100 points, thanks to a buy-in from the whole team under Coach Mike Brown. Mike Guard Jalen Brunson and Center Carl Anthony Towns are stepping up big on that end, not their usual strengths, while stars like OG, uh, No-O-O-B, and Michael Bridges anchor

1:05the unit. That effort is turning close games into routes. Looking ahead, the Knicks' space of brutal tests to prove their legit contenders, starting with the Oklahoma City Thunder on a back-to-back, then A. Five-game road trip and eight nights against Denver, the Lakers twice, Utah, and Indiana. With the defense holds, they could climb even higher. D&N is sponsored by our partner. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you. A pillow with built-in sound, S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM. If the defense holds, they could climb even higher. D&N is sponsored by our partner. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you.