Brief
Knicks blame lack of pace for 106-100 loss to 76ers
Coach Mike Brown said the Knicks felt like they were “running in mud” as the 76ers out‑paced them on both ends.
By Felo News Desk · Published
New York Knicks fell 106-100 to the Philadelphia 76ers in their season‑opening game on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden, according to the New York Post.
What happened
The Knicks struggled to match the 76ers’ speed, especially on transition defense, allowing 28 fast‑break points in the second half. Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with a game‑high 28 points, while the Knicks managed only seven “sprays” – drives into the paint that lead to kick‑out threes – compared with the 76ers’ faster pace.
What the reports add
Coach Mike Brown described the experience as “running in mud,” noting the team’s poor spacing and sluggish movement. He highlighted that the Knicks recorded just 37.2 percent shooting from the field and 33.3 percent from three‑point range. Guard OG Anunoby and forward Mikal Bridges combined for a dismal 5‑for‑20 shooting night.
What was said
Brown told reporters, “All throughout the game, it looked like we were running in mud,” and added that the team’s spacing was “not great.” Guard Jalen Brunson echoed the sentiment, saying, “Transition defense, yeah… Our offense, I think we were good in spurts. But it’s not good enough.”
How it came about
The loss followed a halftime lead and an emotional banner‑raising ceremony for the Knicks’ championship banner, which may have contributed to the team’s fatigue, the Post noted.
Key facts
- Knicks lost 106-100 to the 76ers at Madison Square Garden. (nypost.com)
- Tyrese Maxey scored a game‑high 28 points for Philadelphia. (nypost.com)
- Knicks shot 37.2% from the field and 33.3% from three. (nypost.com)
- Coach Mike Brown said the team felt like they were "running in mud." (nypost.com)
Sources
- [1] nypost.com — originally reported as “The glaring 76ers advantage that sunk Knicks in opener: ‘Running in mud’”
