Jose Alvarado Ignites Knicks with 26 Points, 8 Threes, and Enforcer Mentality

Jose Alvarado delivered a season-best performance for the Knicks, tallying 26 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, and 5 steals in 19 minutes during their win over Philadelphia. He set season highs in points and steals, tying a career-high with 8 three-pointers. Alvarado also embraced an enforcer role, receiving a technical foul for defending Mitchell Robinson after a hard foul, sparking a crucial 15-point run. Coach Mike Brown praised Alvarado for 'igniting' the team, with Josh Hart noting his needed toughness. Alvarado averages 14.0 points, 3.7 assists, 2.3 steals, and 3.3 three-pointers in 20.7 minutes through three games.