The Knicks have now won seven consecutive games as they defeated the Hornets, 109-97. RJ Barrett recorded a team-high 24 points (21 points, 7-9 FG, 5-6 3pt FG in the 2nd half), including a career-high tying six 3PM for the Knicks, while Julius Randle (16 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists) and Derrick Rose (17 points, 8-12 FG) added 33 points in the victory. P.J. Washington led all scorers with 26 points (6-10 3pt FG) for the Hornets in the losing effort. The Knicks improve to 32-27 on the season, while the Hornets fall to 28-29.