Knicks Make NBA Playoff History in First Quarter vs 76ers
Summary
The New York Knicks made NBA playoff history by hitting 11 three-pointers in the first quarter of Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers. Their strong shooting helped them win the game 144-114 and complete a series sweep to advance to the next round.Key Facts
- The Knicks made 11 out of 13 three-point shots in the first quarter, tying the NBA playoff record for the most threes in a single quarter.
- This is also the most threes made in a first quarter during any postseason game in the play-by-play era.
- Miles McBride was perfect on three-pointers, making all 4 of his attempts.
- Other key shooters included Jalen Brunson (3/4), Landry Shamet (2/3), Josh Hart (1/2), and Karl-Anthony Towns (1/1).
- The Knicks had a chance to break the all-time record with one more shot at the buzzer, but it missed.
- The Knicks won Game 4 by 30 points, 144-114, completing a 4-0 series sweep over the 76ers.
- They will next play the winner of the Detroit Pistons vs. Cleveland Cavaliers series.
- Before Game 4, the Knicks’ three-point shooting percentages varied significantly over the previous three games.
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