New York came up short today against Charlotte, falling 117-114. "That was a really tough game to lose," said New York coach Bob after the game. "We came in thinking we could beat these guys. And we really played them well. But a few too many mistakes on our part kept us from getting the 'W'." One player who definitely can't be too downcast is Brumfield, whose outstanding game was one of the bright points for New York and caused some other teams to take notice.

Charlotte was led by Foster (33 points, 2 assists, a steal, 2 blocks), Carreon (9 points, 15 assists, 4 steals), Cullum (21 points, a steal, 3 blocks). New York was led by Brumfield (29 points, 3 assists, a steal, 3 blocks), Frazier (19 points, 10 boards, 0 assists, 5 blocks), Hollis (25 points, 10 boards, 0 assists, 2 blocks).

With today's win, Charlotte jump to 10-7. They move up to #1 in the Southeast and move up to #2 overall in the Eastern Conference. New York ended their tear at 5 games, and fall to 11-7 and 5-3 at home. They stay at #1 in the Atlantic and hold at #1 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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