The New York Knicks set a record for the longest winning streak in NBA history at 18 games, beating the Cincinnati Royals 106-105 in Cleveland. Things looked bleak late in the game, as the Royals led by six points with less than 20 seconds left. However, the Knicks ended the game on a 7-0 run to extend their streak. With the win, the Knicks improved to 23-1 on the season.