Charlotte Hornets' Nick Smith Jr., left, dribbles the ball against New York Knicks' OG Anunoby, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

New York Knicks' Precious Achiuwa jumps over Charlotte Hornets' DaQuan Jeffries during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Charlotte Hornets' Vasa Micic, left, dribbles the ball against New York Knicks' Mikal Bridges, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Charlotte Hornets' Brandon Miller, center, dunks the ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson reacts after scoring a three point basketb during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)