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Knicks Overcome 76ers in a Fierce Battle at Madison Square Garden

The New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers faced off in an intense game that ended with the Knicks securing a victory with a final score of 110-105. This win improves the Knicks' record to 38-20, while the 76ers now stand at 20-38 for the season. The game, held at Madison Square Garden, was witnessed by a full house of 19,812 fans, showcasing the high stakes and fervent support for both teams.


NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 26: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers handles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on February 26, 2025 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE  (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Knicks' Key Performances


Jalen Brunson led the charge for the New York Knicks with an impressive performance, scoring 34 points and providing seven assists. His efficiency on court was unmatched as he played pivotal roles in both offense and defense. Mikal Bridges also had an outstanding game; his contribution of 28 points was critical to the team's success. Bridges showcased his shooting prowess by hitting two-point shots at a remarkable rate of 69 percent and three-point shots at an impressive rate of 60 percent.


Another notable performance came from OG Anunoby who not only added 16 points but also grabbed nine rebounds, playing a crucial role in both ends of the court. Precious Achiuwa's defensive skills were on full display as he blocked four shots while contributing seven points to his team's tally.


NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 26:  Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks handles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on February 26, 2025 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE  (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

76ers' Efforts


Despite their loss, the Philadelphia 76ers showed resilience throughout the match. They managed to lead by as much as four points during certain phases of the game but couldn't sustain their momentum against a determined Knicks side. Tyrese Maxey emerged as one of their standout players with significant contributions across various aspects of play.


The match saw five lead changes and was tied three times, indicating how closely contested it was until its conclusion after regulation time.


NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 26:  Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks drives against the Philadelphia 76ers during their game at Madison Square Garden on February 26, 2025 in New York City. User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.   (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Looking ahead, The New York Knicks are set to face off against Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum in Memphis on February 28th at 8:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch this upcoming game live on FDSSE or MSG networks ensuring they don’t miss any action from what promises to be another exciting matchup for The New York Knicks.


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