With Lin and Davis, Knicks Look to Spread the Wealth

As their practice drew to a close Friday, the Knicks conducted a full-court scrimmage. Nearing the end of a stretch of the schedule in which they have played only one game in nine days, the players competed passionately and vigorously. Amar'e Stoudemire attacked the rim. Carmelo Anthony was vocal. Iman Shumpert and J. R. Smith oozed confidence. The most intriguing image, however, was the sight of Jeremy Lin and Baron Davis playing together in the backcourt. In games, Davis, a former All-Star who is working his way back to full fitness after a herniated disk, backs up Lin at point guard. On Wednesday night, in a victory over Cleveland, Lin played 33 minutes and Davis 15. For the moment, at least, it is a ratio that keeps Lin from b

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