6th Man Up: Episode 6

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The Knicks are 13-6 and first in the Atlantic Division—can this finally be their championship year?

The episode opens with the hosts celebrating the Knicks' 13-6 record and first-place standing in the Atlantic Division. They recap a 129-101 win over the Charlotte Hornets, highlighting Jalen Brunson's 33 points and Josh Hart's 22 points. The hosts note the Knicks' improved ball movement, with every starter recording at least three assists. They discuss Mitchell Robinson's unusual stat line of zero shots but five defensive rebounds, arguing his defensive presence is valuable. The conversation shifts to a 118-109 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, where the Knicks contained Giannis Antetokounmpo and exploited the Bucks' reliance on him. Karl-Anthony Towns' defensive focus after a poor shooting start is praised. A 116-94 win against the Toronto Raptors is analyzed, with the Knicks holding all Raptors players under 20 points. The hosts note the team's strong home record and second-chance points improvement. League news includes Devin Booker's groin injury and the Warriors signing Seth Curry. The episode concludes with a debate on whether LeBron James is embarrassing himself by still playing, comparing him to Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant.

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A Knicks-heavy live check-in that ties the record to the box score.

It is a Knicks-heavy live check-in that moves from the win over the Nets to a 13-6 mark, first in the Atlantic Division and second in the Eastern Conference.

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You get a live Knicks check-in after the Nets win, with Boston next on the docket.

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