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Brown began his news conference Tuesday by sending his wishes to 76ers coach Nick Nurse. Nurse’s brother, Ian, died unexpectedly April 29, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Less than 48 hours after completing its comeback over the Celtics, Philadelphia didn't have much left to stave off the rampaging Knicks.
Jalen Brunson scored 27 of his 35 points in the first half and the New York Knicks emphatically added to a historic postseason roll by overwhelming the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Philadelphia 76ers wing Kelly Oubre had an interesting theory as to why Knicks guard Jalen Brunson was so successful in Game 1.
The Philadelphia 76ers are into the second round of the NBA Playoffs after defeating the Boston Celtics 109-100 in Game 7 at TD Garden, overcoming a 3-1 series deficit for the first time in franchise history.