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In a dazzling display of March madness, Donte DiVincenzo lit up the court for the New York Knicks, etching his name in franchise history. The former Villanova star showcased his shooting prowess by dropping 40 points on the Detroit Pistons in a commanding 124-99 victory.
DiVincenzo’s performance was nothing short of spectacular as he drained an astonishing 11 three-pointers, eclipsing the Knicks’ previous single-game record. With each shot from beyond the arc, he electrified the crowd at Madison Square Garden, who showered him with applause and appreciation.
As the game entered its closing stages, DiVincenzo found himself on the brink of history with 10 three-pointers to his name. With just over three minutes remaining, he seized the moment, launching a shot from the right wing to claim sole possession of the record.
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The Knicks faithful erupted in cheers as head coach Tom Thibodeau rewarded DiVincenzo’s stellar performance with a well-deserved curtain call. His remarkable night also saw him contribute five rebounds, two assists, and two steals, further solidifying his impact on the court.
DiVincenzo’s heroics were emblematic of a team effort, with five Knicks players scoring in double figures to overpower the struggling Pistons. The victory propelled the Knicks to a 43-28 record, maintaining their position in fourth place amidst a fiercely contested Eastern Conference playoff race.
Meanwhile, the Pistons endured yet another setback in their challenging season, falling to a league-worst 12-60 record. Despite their struggles, they bore witness to DiVincenzo’s record-breaking performance, adding another chapter to their season of woes.
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