Knicks overpower 76ers again, move within game of sweep: Game 3 takeaways

Key Points:

• The New York Knicks are one win away from sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference semifinals after a 108-94 victory in Game 3, despite Joel Embiid's return with 18 points.
• Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 33 points and nine assists, while Mikal Bridges added 23 points; the Knicks dominated by crashing the offensive glass, securing 13 offensive rebounds and over 20 second-chance points.
• Josh Hart played through an injured thumb, contributing 12 points and 11 rebounds with his characteristic grit, helping the Knicks build a 3-0 series lead and putting them on the brink of the Eastern Conference finals.
• The 76ers struggled with rebounding and second-chance points, a season-long issue that has severely hurt their chances, as they failed to contain the Knicks' aggressive offensive rebounding.
• Paul George started strong with 15 points early but went cold after defensive adjustments by the Knicks, missing 10 consecutive shots and contributing to Philadelphia never regaining the lead after the first quarter.