On Monday night, Donte DiVincenzo hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer with 13 seconds left to help the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 104-101. Leading 2-0 in the first round series.
The Knicks found themselves trailing by five points in the final 30 seconds before staging a dramatic comeback. Jalen Brunson’s crucial 3-pointer cut the deficit to two points, igniting the Knicks’ late surge. Donte DiVincenzo then seized the moment with a clutch 3-pointer, putting the Knicks ahead 104-101 with just 13 seconds left on the clock.
Despite a valiant effort by the 76ers, led by Tyrese Maxey’s impressive 35-point performance, they were unable to regain control in the closing moments. Maxey’s contributions, coupled with Joel Embiid’s 34-point effort, were not enough to prevent the Knicks from securing the victory.
Brunson finished with 24 points despite going 8 for 29 from the field. With stellar performances from Josh Hart, who tallied 21 points and 15 rebounds, and DiVincenzo, who added 19 points, the Knicks demonstrated resilience and composure under pressure.
The Philadelphia 76ers seemed poised for victory, including a clutch three-pointer with 1:09 left to put them ahead 100-96 over the New York Knicks. But things took a dramatic turn when Kyle Lowry’s free throws with 47 seconds left further dampened the mood of the Madison Square Garden crowd, which became eerily quiet.
However, the mood swiftly shifted as Donte DiVincenzo emerged as the hero for the Knicks. His clutch plays in the final moments of the game not only secured a thrilling 104-101 win but also marked a significant milestone for the team. The ecstatic fans erupted into chants of DiVincenzo’s name, celebrating the Knicks’ first 2-0 series lead in the playoffs since their clash with Boston in 2013.
The series now shifts to Philadelphia for Game 3, with the Knicks holding a commanding 2-0 lead. As both teams prepare for the next showdown, the momentum lies firmly with the Knicks, who are aiming to extend their lead and advance in the playoffs.
