Embiid, Maxey, and Lowry performed well, but the rest of the Sixers struggled, leading to a 111-104 win for the Knicks in Game 1.

By the Numbers
  • Jalen Brunson shot 8-of-26 for 22 points.
  • Miles “Deuce” McBride scored 21 off the bench, hitting 5-of-7 from 3.
Yes, But

New York's role players stepped up, overshadowing a less dominant performance by Joel Embiid.

State of Play
  • New York leads the series 1-0 with Game 2 scheduled for Monday night in Manhattan.
  • The Knicks secured a team win with strong performances from their supporting cast.
What's Next

The series is expected to continue in a gritty, Eastern Conference-style playoff fashion, with the Knicks aiming to maintain their momentum.

Bottom Line

New York's collective effort trumped individual performances, setting the tone for a tough playoff series against the Sixers.