The New York Knicks took a crucial 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers with a thrilling 108-102 victory at Madison Square Garden on Monday night. The win marked a strong bounce-back effort for the Knicks after a tough regular season, and it was their first playoff win in the Garden in over two years. Key performers included Julius Randle, who notched 23 points and 11 rebounds, and Jalen Brunson, who added 20 points and 8 assists. With the series now shifting to Philadelphia for Game 3, the Knicks will look to maintain their momentum and take a commanding 3-0 lead.


Heroes and zeros from the Knicks’ 108-102 Game 2 win over the 76ers on Monday night at the Garden.