McBride's 25 points saved the Knicks from a 144-114 defeat to the 76ers.

May 11th - The Knicks defeated the 76ers 144-114. McBride contributed 25 points and 4 rebounds, while Brunson added 22 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists. For the 76ers, Embiid had 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Maxi scored 17 points, 2 rebounds, and 4 assists.

In the first quarter, the Knicks relied on consecutive three-pointers from Brunson and McBride, while Hart and Shamet also found their rhythm from beyond the arc, quickly establishing a double-digit lead. At the end of the first quarter, the Knicks led 43-24. In the second quarter, the Knicks, relying on Bridges and Hart's relentless attacks on the basket, quickly extended their lead to over 30 points. The 76ers tried to catch up with sporadic scoring from Embiid, but couldn't stop the Knicks' offensive onslaught. At halftime, the Knicks led 81-57.

After switching sides, the Knicks, relying on Brunson, Bridges, and Towns, extended their lead to nearly 40 points. At the end of the third quarter, the Knicks held a commanding 122-83 lead. In the final quarter, both teams fielded their bench players. The 76ers' bench managed a slight comeback, but the Knicks maintained their large lead throughout. Ultimately, the Knicks defeated the 76ers 144-114 .

Knicks player statistics

McBride 25 points, 4 rebounds; Brunson 22 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists; Towns 17 points, 4 rebounds, 10 assists; Hart 17 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist; Shamet 12 points; Bridges 12 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists; Clarkson 7 points, 1 rebound, 3 assists; Alvarado 7 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist

76ers player statistics

Embiid 24 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists; Maxi 17 points, 2 rebounds, 4 assists; Oubre 10 points, 4 rebounds; Terry 9 points, 1 rebound, 3 assists; Edwards 8 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist; Edgecombe 8 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists; Bona 7 points, 2 rebounds; Bloom 7 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist; George 7 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists

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