Brunson leads Knicks to dominant Game 1 blowout over Sixers
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Jalen Brunson scored 35 points as the Knicks routed the Sixers 137-98 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, building a 23-point halftime lead and tying a playoff franchise record with 63.1% shooting. Mikal Bridges provided lockdown defense and efficient scoring, Embiid was limited, and New York showcased a high-variance but highly efficient night that sets the stage for a challenging Series 2 for Philadelphia.
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