Jalen Brunson scores 33 points and helps Knicks take 3-0 lead over 76ers with 108-94 Game 3 win
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Key Points:
- Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks with 33 points, securing a 109-94 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers and giving New York a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
- The Knicks, coached by Mike Brown, dominated the fourth quarter to extend their lead, with key contributions from Josh Hart (12 points, 11 rebounds) and Mikal Bridges (23 points).
- Philadelphia's Joel Embiid returned from injury to score 18 points, but the Sixers struggled to keep pace, with Kelly Oubre Jr. adding 22 points and Tyrese Maxey 17.
- The Knicks have the advantage of resting forward OG Anunoby, who is sidelined due to a strained right hamstring but remains day to day.
- Philadelphia faces a tough challenge to avoid elimination as they attempt to win four straight games against the Knicks, including two on New York’s home court.
