Knicks Take 3-0 Lead Over 76ers
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- Knicks held the Philadelphia 76ers to 18 points in the fourth quarter, winning 108-94 and taking a 3-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
- Mikal Bridges limited Tyrese Maxey to just eight shot attempts through the first three quarters and helped the Knicks' defense, especially with OG Anunoby out injured.
- Landry Shamet scored 15 points, playing nearly the entire fourth quarter, providing critical offense despite the Knicks' injuries.
- Mike Brown praised Bridges' defensive effort and emphasized the team's confidence in rotating players, noting any player could be called upon at any time.
- Joel Embiid scored 18 points but was largely ineffective, as the 76ers shot 42% overall and 28% from three-point range.
Why it matters: The Knicks lock up a 3-0 series lead, boosting New York's playoff ticket revenue and advertising value while forcing the 76ers toward elimination, hurting Philadelphia's chances for a deep postseason run.
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