In an ongoing quest to strengthen their bench, the New York Knicks acquired Jose Alvarado and Jeremy Sochan at the trade deadline, but Alvarado has struggled recently, failing to score in back-to-back games against the Clippers and Lakers. Coach Mike Brown turned to Tyler Kolek for a spark, yet Brunson’s minutes have increased significantly, leading to decreased shooting efficiency. With Miles McBride injured, the Knicks face challenges in establishing a reliable rotation, but they have a favorable upcoming schedule against weaker opponents. The team’s reliance on Brunson highlights the need for more consistent bench performance as they search for answers.
