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Knicks 94, Magic 93: Scenes from Julius Randle, point forward extraordinaire

The New York Knicks were missing two crucial point guards — three if you’re inclined to count Elfrid Payton. Rookie sensation Immanuel Quickley joined Payton and Derrick Rose on the injured list on Tuesday night against the always dangerous Orlando Magic. Who would man the point for the Knickerbockers?

Well, that would depend on how you define “point guard.” Frank Ntilikina technically manned the point at the tip-off, despite a string of ghastly shooting performances. But these Knicks are Julius Randle’s team, and he’s going to be the guy with the ball more often than not.