Through three games, Powell is averaging 24.0 points per game and has been the Heat's most consistent offensive threat. He matched Bam Adebayo with a team-high 15 shot attempts and showed his ability to score from all three levels, keeping the Knicks defense honest throughout the contest.​

New York has looked locked in to start the year, especially on defense.

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The key second-quarter difference was a resurgence in three-point shooting from the Knicks -- they made eight in the period to improve their clip to a strong 45 percent (9-for-20).