"Scoring has been a bit of an issue without Jalen Brunson (except against the Kings), but the Knicks have won two straight after Wednesday night's thriller against the Blazers was

For now, and until Jalen Brunson returns, the Knicks have found its formula: Turn defense into offense, disrupt opponents and let the stops fuel their attack.

The New York Knicks player could emerge as an X-Factor as Tom Thibodeau's roster navigates life with Jalen Brunson on the sidelines.