Knicks Look to Extend Win Streak Against Grizzlies.

Grizzlies Injured Front Court

The Knicks average 15.2 offensive rebounds, which is ranked second in the league, while the Grizzlies injured staff are averaging 10.6 offensive boards which ranks 18th. Karl-Anthony Towns returned back to form with a stellar performance against the Nets, with a 28-point, 12-rebound performance. Without Clarke and Edey, Karl-Anthony Towns should look to continue his aggression in the interior, taking advantage of the banged up Grizzlies front court.

Expect head coach Mike Brown to give more minutes to Ariel Hukporti and Guerschon Yabusele. Maybe attempt to give Josh Hart some minutes at the five? If there was ever a time to experiment the front court, it would be against this Grizzlies team.

Knicks' Strong Three-Point Shooting

With the Knicks clicking on all cylinders and the Grizzlies trying to find answers, look for the Knicks to continue their face-paced offense and having the green light from the perimeter. The Knicks are currently tied for 8th in three-point field goal percentage with 38.3%. The Knicks are currently second in the NBA in three pointers attempted per game, look for the the three ball being a major factor in this game.

Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby have been major key contributors in the brilliant sharp shooting for New York so far this season. Bridges is currently shooting an impressive 50% from behind the arc on 5.3 attempts per game. While Anunoby is shooting 43.8% on 7.1 attempts per game.

Jalen Brunson vs. Ja Morant

Knicks superstar point guard Jalen Brunson has started the season on a very positive note. Being in early MVP discussions, Brunson has continued to scoring prowess with brilliant footwork and better shot selections. One major change in Brunson's game that many sceptics and analysts have noticed is Brunson's tendency to move off the ball. Off-ball movement is a significant factor in head coach Mike Brown's offensive scheme.

Brunson has been phenomenal against the Grizzlies so far in his Knicks career. With averages of 23 points, 7.6 assists and 4.4 rebounds. Although his counterpart is off to a rocky start, Grizzlies superstar point guard has also been phenomenal is own right against New York. Morant has averaged 23.1 points, 7.9 assists and 4.9 rebounds in nine career games against the Knicks. The disgruntled guard is looking to bounce back against New York following a complex start to the season, that saw the former all-star receiving a one-game suspension.

Final Thoughts

The momentum heading into this game leans heavily towards a New York Knicks team looking to remain undefeated in Madison Square Garden. The one thing the Knicks can not afford to do is take the Grizzlies lightly especially being this is the first game of the Knicks first back-to-back of the season. If the Knicks can remain dominant on the offensive glass and continue their strong shooting from the perimeter, the New York faithful can expect to go home happy with yet again, another W for the Knicks.