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Knicks Take 2-0 Lead, Brunson Posts Fifth 35-Point Game

5/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 108–102 in Game 2 at Madison Square Garden, taking a 2–0 series lead.
Jalen Brunson became the third player since 2000 to log five straight 35-point playoff games against the same opponent.
The Knicks became the first NBA team to win three consecutive postseason games by at least 25 points, a streak that began in the first round.

History

Historical Context

After Pat Riley guided the Knicks to a 57-win 1994 season and their first playoff series victory over Michael Jordan’s Bulls, the franchise endured decades of limited success. The 2024 team, led by Jalen Brunson’s scoring surge, has revived that early-90s dominance, prompting analysts to view the Knicks as a renewed Eastern Conference contender.

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Story summary

The New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 108–102 in Game 2 at Madison Square Garden, taking a 2–0 series lead.
Jalen Brunson became the third player since 2000 to log five straight 35-point playoff games against the same opponent.
The Knicks became the first NBA team to win three consecutive postseason games by at least 25 points, a streak that began in the first round.

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