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The New York Knicks have ended their losing streak against top teams in the NBA with a 110-105 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, thanks to a late explosion from Jalen Brunson. Brunson scored 11 of his 34 points in the final 3:39, including two free throws and a 3-pointer, to seal the victory for the Knicks. The win comes after the Knicks suffered deflating losses to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics over the weekend.
The 76ers, who have been struggling without All-Star center Joel Embiid, put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short. Tyrese Maxey led the team with 30 points, despite going 0-for-10 from 3-point range, while Kelly Oubre added 27 points and Paul George scored 25. The Knicks' Mikal Bridges netted 19 of his 28 points in the first quarter, and Josh Hart grabbed 17 rebounds but committed seven of the team's 16 turnovers. The NBA game was marked by a series of intense moments, with both teams fighting for a win.
The Knicks' victory was not without its challenges, as they struggled with turnovers and defense at times. However, Brunson's late surge and the team's overall offense were enough to secure the win. The 76ers, on the other hand, were hindered by their inability to defend Brunson, who was able to get to the free-throw line and convert his shots. The playoffs are still a long way off, but the Knicks' win has given them a much-needed boost in their quest for a top spot in the Eastern Conference.
The game's final minutes were marked by a series of intense moments, with the 76ers cutting the deficit to just one point before Brunson's 3-pointer put the Knicks ahead for good. The Knicks' Precious Achiuwa also made a crucial block on Andre Drummond with just over 30 seconds left to play, and OG Anunoby added an inbounds dunk to seal the victory. The win has moved the Knicks to 38-20 on the season, while the 76ers have fallen to 20-38. The two teams will face off again soon, with the 76ers looking to bounce back from their ninth consecutive loss.
Here are the match scores and player statistics:
- Knicks: 110
- 76ers: 105
- Jalen Brunson: 34 points, 7 assists
- Mikal Bridges: 28 points, 19 in the first quarter
- Tyrese Maxey: 30 points, 0-for-10 from 3-point range
- Kelly Oubre: 27 points
- Paul George: 25 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists
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