Sixers Bounce Back, Nuggets Extend Lead in NBA Playoffs
Philadelphia 76ers Win Game 3 Against New York Knicks
Knicks Still Lead Series 2-1
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 125-114 in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series on Sunday night. The Sixers were led by Joel Embiid, who had 36 points and 11 rebounds. Ben Simmons added 22 points and 10 assists, while Tobias Harris chipped in with 20 points.
The Knicks were led by Julius Randle, who had 24 points and 10 rebounds. RJ Barrett added 22 points and Immanuel Quickley had 20 points off the bench.
The Knicks still lead the series 2-1, but the Sixers have shown they can compete with the top team in the East.
Denver Nuggets Take 2-0 Lead Over Los Angeles Lakers
Nuggets Win Game 3 in Overtime
The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112-106 in overtime in Game 3 of their Western Conference final series on Sunday night. The Nuggets were led by Nikola Jokic, who had 30 points, 21 rebounds and 11 assists.
The Lakers were led by Anthony Davis, who had 31 points and 12 rebounds. LeBron James added 28 points and 10 rebounds.
The Nuggets extended their lead in the series to 2-0, and they will have a chance to take a commanding 3-0 lead in Game 4 on Monday night.
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