The Knicks are headed back to the Eastern Conference finals after a record-setting offensive start powered them to a 144-114 victory over the 76ers on Sunday.
New York completed a sweep of the second-round series, closing out Philadelphia with one of the most explosive opening quarters in NBA postseason history. The Knicks made 11 3-pointers in the first quarter, setting a league playoff record and quickly taking control of the game.
The early perimeter barrage set the tone for a decisive performance as the Knicks rolled to a 30-point win to secure their place in the next round.
Knicks Return to Conference Finals
With the victory, New York returned to the Eastern Conference finals, continuing its postseason run in emphatic fashion. The sweep ended the 76ers’ season and sent the Knicks forward after a dominant close to the second-round matchup.