NEW YORK (Interstat) — Jalen Brunson scored 35 points and added three assists as the New York Knicks routed the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 on Monday at Madison Square Garden in Game 1 of their playoff series. The Knicks led from the opening quarter, outscoring the 76ers 33-25 in the first and extending their lead to 74-51 by halftime. New York shot efficiently from the floor and from three-point range, while Philadelphia struggled to keep pace. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 17 points, six rebounds and six assists. OG Anunoby added 18 points, and Mikal Bridges scored 17. For the 76ers, Paul George led with 17 points, Joel Embiid had 14 and Tyrese Maxey added 13. The attendance was 19,812. The series now stands with DET leading 4-3. Game 2 is scheduled for Wednesday at Madison Square Garden.