Game Recap: Hornets 97, Knicks 87

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Miles Bridges recorded a career-high 38 points (14-20 FG), along with 12 rebounds and five assists for the Hornets as they defeated the Knicks, 97-87. Terry Rozier added 22 points, six rebounds and seven assists for the Hornets in the victory, while RJ Barrett tallied 18 points, 12 rebounds and five assists for the Knicks in the losing effort. The Hornets improve to 24-20 on the season, while the Knicks fall to 22-22.

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