What a game in New York's Madison Square Garden. The Knicks defeat the defending champion Dallas Mavericks. The Knicks played with confidence as they kept the Mavs on their heels the whole game. The first half was back and forth and included a 17-0 New York run. Jeremy Lin continued to quiet all doubters as he caused havoc in the lane feeding his team mates as well as driving in to score himself. New addition JR Smith contributed in the first half with 9 points. In spite of the good start Dallas was able to get out of first half with 2 point lead 45-48. In the 3rd quarter New York went on a 7-0 run as they looked sharp and in control. The Knicks had 10 steals in the first 3 quarters. They were up by 9 with 4: 44 left in game but Dallas showed the ultimate act of respect for Lin with 2: 00 left game, they put Shawn Marion on him. If Marion is guarding you during crunch time then you have arrived and have been recognized as a legitimate threat as he is Dallas's best defender. New York held on and won the game by the score of 104-97. Lin finished with 28 points 14 assist and 5 steals. The Knicks appear to have all the pieces and chemistry needed. It looks as though they enjoy playing together and their is no sense of selfishness on this team. If Carmelo comes in and blends well the Knicks could be trouble in the playoffs.
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