NBA 2026: New York Knicks Cruise Past Washington Wizards 132-101 For Seventh Straight Win

The New York Knicks defeated the Washington Wizards 132-101 on Wednesday, 4 February, for their seventh straight victory, led by Karl-Anthony Towns’ 19 points and 15 rebounds. Mikal Bridges scored 23 and Jalen Brunson added 21 as New York extended their winning streak over Washington to 11 games. The Knicks took control early, led 72-45 at halftime, and knocked down 17 3-pointers. Josh Hart exited in the third quarter with an apparent injury, while Will Riley’s 17 points paced the Wizards.

Updated on: 4 February 2026 11:28 am

Washington Wizards vs New York Knicks NBA basketball game-Ariel Hukporti

New York Knicks center Ariel Hukporti (55) dunks during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek (13) passes off against Washington Wizards center Skal Labissiere (17) and Wizards forward Anthony Gill during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson (00) passes off around Washington Wizards center Skal Labissiere during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson goes to shoot against Washington Wizards forward Anthony Gill (16) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns goes to shoot against Washington Wizards forward Marvin Bagley III (35) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles down the lane against Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) dribbles against Washington Wizards guard Will Riley during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr grabs a rebound during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks in Washington.ell | Photo: AP/John McDonn

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New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) goes to shoot against Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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Washington Wizards guard Will Riley goes to shoot against New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell

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New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns, dunks the ball against Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Washington. | Photo: AP/John McDonnell