New York Knicks Defeat Philadelphia 76ers 110-105
The New York Knicks secured a 110-105 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden.
Key Performances:
- Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 34 points, seven assists, and three rebounds, shooting 8-for-17 from the field and an impressive 15-for-16 from the free-throw line.
- Mikal Bridges contributed 28 points, including a dominant 19-point first quarter, shooting 12-for-18 from the field.
- OG Anunoby added 16 points and nine rebounds, while Josh Hart recorded seven points, 17 rebounds, and four assists.
For the 76ers:
- Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points but struggled from beyond the arc, going 0-for-10 on three-pointers.
- Paul George finished with 25 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists.
- Kelly Oubre Jr. added 27 points and four rebounds.
Game Context:
The Knicks snapped a two-game losing streak, improving to 38-20 and solidifying their No. 3 spot in the Eastern Conference. The 76ers, meanwhile, extended their losing skid to nine games—the longest in the NBA this season—and dropped to 20-38, placing them 12th in the East.
This marked the third meeting between the two teams this season, with the Knicks sweeping the series 3-0. The final matchup is set for March 12.
Notable Absences:
Philadelphia continued to miss former MVP Joel Embiid, who has played just 19 games this season, with the 76ers holding an 8-11 record in those games. The Knicks were without Karl-Anthony Towns, sidelined due to a left knee injury.
Player Stats and Box Score
Philadelphia 76ers
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | FG | 3PT | FT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul George | 25 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 9-20 | 4-9 | 3-4 | -4 |
| Kelly Oubre Jr. | 27 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9-14 | 4-6 | 5-6 | -9 |
| Andre Drummond | 7 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3-6 | 0-0 | 1-2 | 0 |
| Quentin Grimes | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1-4 | 1-3 | 0-0 | -4 |
| Tyrese Maxey | 30 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12-32 | 0-10 | 6-6 | -3 |
New York Knicks
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | FG | 3PT | FT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OG Anunoby | 16 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5-15 | 1-6 | 5-5 | 4 |
| Josh Hart | 7 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 3-5 | 0-0 | 1-4 | 11 |
| Mikal Bridges | 28 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 12-18 | 3-5 | 1-2 | 1 |
| Jalen Brunson | 34 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8-17 | 3-5 | 15-16 | 3 |
Game Summary
The Knicks dominated early, leading 33-21 after the first quarter and extending their advantage to 61-45 at halftime. Despite a strong third quarter from the 76ers (29-22), New York maintained a nine-point edge heading into the final frame.
In the fourth quarter, Philly briefly took the lead after Tyrese Maxey‘s layup made it 97-96 with four minutes remaining. However, Jalen Brunson responded with a personal 9-0 run, reclaiming the lead for the Knicks at 107-102. New York held on to secure the 110-105 victory.
Edited by Kim Daniel Rubinos
