Jalen Brunson clutch floater Knicks vs Nuggets 2OT Feb 4 2026

 

🏀 Knicks vs Nuggets: Jalen Brunson’s Heroics Lead New York to Dramatic 2OT Win

New York, NY (Feb 4, 2026) – In one of the most thrilling NBA games of the season, Jalen Brunson delivered a legendary performance, lifting the New York Knicks to a 134-127 double-overtime victory over the Denver Nuggets at Madison Square Garden and extending New York’s winning streak to eight straight games.

🔥 Brunson Takes Over in Clutch Moments
He took complete control in double overtime, scoring the first six points and hitting a go-ahead floater to seal the win for the Knicks.
🏆 Key Contributors Across the Court
🏟️ Game Flow & Turning Points

Brunson was virtually unstoppable all night, finishing with a spectacular stat line:

• 42 points

• 9 assists

• 8 rebounds
  

While Brunson grabbed the spotlight, several teammates played critical roles in the win:

• Karl-Anthony Towns delivered a powerful performance with 24 points and 12 rebounds, even after battling through a cut near his eye.

• Mikal Bridges came up big late with a timely corner three-pointer in double overtime.

On the opposing side, the Nuggets were led by Jamal Murray, who scored 39 points and nearly changes things late in regulation and the first overtime. Nikola Jokić posted a triple-double but struggled from deep, finishing 1-for-13 from beyond the arc.

The contest was full of momentum swings and dramatic moments:

• The Knicks missed chances to close it in the first OT, sending the game into double overtime.

• A controversial foul call late in the first OT allowed the Nuggets to tie the game and force extra time.

This intense matchup showcased both teams’ resilience and competitiveness — with the Knicks ultimately rising to the occasion, thrilling fans and tightening their grip on a top playoff spot.