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Knicks Rout 76ers 137-98, Set 25-Point Playoff Streak

5/6/2026

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Summary

Knicks Crush 76ers

The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on May 4 2026.
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson scored 35 points, 27 of them in the first half.
The win made the Knicks the first NBA team with three consecutive playoff victories by at least 25 points, giving them a 135-point differential.
New York shot 63.1% from the field, a franchise playoff record for efficiency.

Summary

Nurse Pulls Starters

Coach Mike Brown said Sixers coach Nick Nurse pulled all starters except VJ Edgecombe in the third quarter, waving a white flag.
Ticket-sale analysis showed 56% of Game 3 purchases came from New York or New Jersey ZIP codes, versus only 15% from Pennsylvania.
Joel Embiid entered the game listed with knee concerns and a hip issue, limiting his effectiveness against New York’s size.

History

Historical Context

In 1994, the Houston Rockets clinched their second NBA title by defeating the New York Knicks 115-86, a 29-point blowout that echoed the era’s dramatic sports moments. That summer Brazil captured the FIFA World Cup, highlighting 1994 as a year of decisive victories across global competitions. The 2026 Knicks’ 137-98 win recalls that pattern of lopsided dominance as the league’s competitive balance evolves.

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Knicks Crush 76ers

The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on May 4 2026.
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson scored 35 points, 27 of them in the first half.
The win made the Knicks the first NBA team with three consecutive playoff victories by at least 25 points, giving them a 135-point differential.
New York shot 63.1% from the field, a franchise playoff record for efficiency.

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