The Knicks' feat

The Knicks have recently won four straight games with outstanding performances, with Randle and Brunson striking on the offensive end, especially Randle's game-high 39 points. That winning streak helped the Knicks make a name for themselves in the East, but at the same time, one player's sluggish performance caused an uproar on the other.

Poole's adversity

In the Knicks' shining moment, the Wizards' Poole fell into a slump. In the game, Poole's disappointing performance further deepened the Wizards' decline. The team suffered consecutive defeats, and Poole's plus/minus was comparable to the bottom of the league, almost becoming synonymous with the team's defeats.

Historical record of positive and negative values

Poole's current season plus/minus is near an all-time low, and surprisingly, he is on track to become the first player in NBA history to reach -800 in a single season. This figure is reminiscent of two players from the past, Dean Garrett (-761) in 1997-98 and Olovocandi (-711) in 1999-2000. If the current trend continues, Poole is likely to set this intriguing historical record.

Comparison of contracts and focus

At the same time, there was more discussion about the amount of Poole's contract with teammate Brunson. Poole's contract will increase year over year over the next few seasons and will eventually reach $34.1 million, while Brunson's contract is lower for the next three seasons. The contrast sparked a flurry of controversy among fans and the media, with the focus gradually shifting from the outcome to the player's contract.

While the Knicks' success and Poole's predicament have become hot topics in basketball at the moment, there is still a lot of uncertainty about what the future holds. Fans and pundits have different opinions on whether Poole can turn things around and whether the Knicks can claim more honors. The controversy in the world of basketball never stops, and one is looking forward to even more exciting developments in the future.