When adversity strikes, leadership is critical. For the New York Knicks, who were in desperate need of a leader, their captain rose to the occasion. Jan.

Jalen Brunson scored 44 points despite missing part of the third quarter with an apparent injury, and the host New York Knicks beat the Milwaukee Bucks 140-106 on Sunday.

If that was truly the case, New York's win on Sunday showed exactly why the Knicks remain a top contender. The Knicks blew through the Milwaukee Bucks in dominating fashion at Madison Square Garden. They led by 13 at the half, 19 at the end of three, and ended up resting most of their starters late in the game.