The New York Knicks secured a 137-98 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series at Madison Square Garden, taking a 1-0 lead. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 35 points, including 27 in the first half, while OG Anunoby added 18 points on efficient shooting. Joel Embiid scored 14 points for the 76ers on 3-for-11 shooting in 25 minutes.