Knicks and Clippers Advance in Thrilling Game 6s

NEW YORK, New York — The New York Knicks and Los Angeles Clippers each secured crucial victories in Game 6s of their respective playoff series on Thursday night.

The Knicks edged out the Detroit Pistons with a final score of 108-105. Jalen Brunson led New York with 40 points, marking his third 40-point game while clinching a playoff series, breaking a record previously held by Bernard King. Brunson’s late three-pointer with just 5.3 seconds remaining sealed the win, allowing the Knicks to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Meanwhile, the Clippers held off the Denver Nuggets, winning 114-108 and forcing a decisive Game 7 on Saturday. Kawhi Leonard starred in the game, scoring 28 points, while Paul George contributed 27 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists. This performance marked Leonard’s seventh playoff game for the Clippers where he scored at least 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, a franchise record.

The Knicks will now face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the next round, while the Clippers are set for another showdown with the Nuggets. The excitement of the playoffs continues to build as teams push for a path to the championship.