76ers Win Game 3, Take 2-1 Lead Over Knicks

Maxey Breaks Out as Philadelphia Controls Series

After Losing Game 2, 76ers Showed Grit and Determination to Come Back and Win

The Philadelphia 76ers have taken a 2-1 lead over the New York Knicks in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, defeating them 104-95 in Game 3 on Saturday night. The game was a tough battle, but the 76ers were able to pull away in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

Tyrese Maxey led the way for the 76ers, scoring 25 points on 9-of-15 shooting. Joel Embiid added 23 points and 14 rebounds, while James Harden chipped in with 20 points and 10 assists. The Knicks were led by Jalen Brunson, who scored 27 points on 10-of-23 shooting.

The 76ers struggled to get going in the first half, but they were able to turn things around in the second half. They started to hit their shots, and they were able to get to the free throw line more often. The Knicks, on the other hand, couldn't keep up with the 76ers' intensity, and they started to make mistakes.

The 76ers will look to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the series when they host the Knicks in Game 4 on Monday night.