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Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 3 win over 76ers: Jalen Brunson delivered

New York Post·Zach Braziller·6 months ago
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Heroes and zeros from the Knicks’ 108-94 Game 3 win over the 76ers on Friday night in Philly.

Hero

In the building he enjoyed so many memorable moments as a college star at Villanova, Jalen Brunson added another one. He was terrific after a slow start, finishing with 32 points and nine assists. Brunson also added five rebounds and scored eight fourth-quarter points.

With Karl-Anthony Towns limited due to foul trouble, Brunson’s best was needed, and he delivered it.

Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after scoring during the second quarter of Game 3 on May 8, 2026. Jason Szenes for the New York Post

Zero

Paul George started hot, then disappeared. The 76ers wing scored 15 first-quarter points, but zero the rest of the way. He was invisible when Philadelphia needed so much more out of the nine-time All-Star.

Unsung Hero

That is now four straight strong playoff performances by Mikal Bridges.…

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