Knicks tie NBA playoff record for first-half 3-pointers as they eye sweep of 76ers

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Knicks tie NBA playoff record for first-half 3-pointers as they eye sweep of 76ers

Knicks tie NBA playoff record for first-half 3-pointers as they eye sweep of 76ers

New York’s 11 first-quarter 3s and 18 halftime 3s each tied NBA records for a playoff game. And the Knicks had an 81-57 lead while standing 24 minutes away from a spot in the Eastern Conference finals.

Knicks tie NBA playoff record for first-half 3-pointers as they eye sweep of 76ers

New York’s 11 first-quarter 3s and 18 halftime 3s each tied NBA records for a playoff game. And the Knicks had an 81-57 lead while standing 24 minutes away from a spot in the Eastern Conference finals.

The New York Knicks made NBA playoff history on Sunday night, tying records for first-quarter and first-half three-pointers in a potential series-clinching game against the Philadelphia 76ers. With a 3-0 series lead and a chance to sweep on the road, the Knicks came out firing—and they didn't miss much.

Stepping in for the injured OG Anunoby, Miles McBride delivered a performance that will be remembered for years. The guard sank all four of his first-quarter three-point attempts, leading a Knicks team that connected on 11 of 13 from beyond the arc in the opening period. By halftime, McBride was a blistering 6-of-7 from deep, and New York as a team had tied the NBA playoff record with 18 three-pointers in a half.

The Knicks' 11 first-quarter threes and 18 first-half threes each matched the highest marks ever recorded in a postseason game. More importantly, that historic shooting display powered New York to an 81-57 halftime lead, putting them just 24 minutes away from punching their ticket to the Eastern Conference finals.

For a team that prides itself on grit and defense, this offensive explosion was a reminder of just how dangerous the Knicks can be when they're locked in from long range. Whether you're a fan or a player, moments like these are why you never underestimate the power of a hot shooting night—and why having the right gear to stay comfortable and confident on the court matters.

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