The Knicks—without Jalen Brunson or Karl-Anthony Towns—defeated the Sixers, 105-91, led by OG Anunoby's 27 points, five rebounds and two steals. Landry Shamet added 20 points off the bench, shooting 6-of-11 from three.

A little less than a year ago, the brutal first-round playoff series between the Knicks and the 76ers was a must-see featuring two teams many believed could make some noise in the playoffs. The vibe at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night was a far cry from that as the Knicks defeated the tanking 76ers,