Round 2 of the borough battle at MSG after the Knicks squeezed out the designated NBA Cup win on Friday in a 124-122 squeaker, having blown a 21-point lead earlier in the game. Still, these haven't quite looked like the Knicks of last spring, as the chemistry remains a work in progress since the addition of Karl-Anthony Towns. Floor spacing has changed, and while adjustments remain in process, Jalen Brunson is not carrying quite the same edge he did down the stretch last season. Meanwhile, Jordi Fernandez has the Nets battling every night, reflected in the 9 covers in 12 and 10-3 overall spread mark this season. Dennis Schroder's ability to complement Cam Thomas on the perimeter has provided an unexpected spark to Brooklyn. Play Nets