Knicks Surge Ahead In First Quarter With Brunson’s 23 Points, Leading Bucks 36-33
The New York Knicks are off to a hot start in their first-round playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks, thanks in large part to the play of Jalen Brunson. The Knicks point guard scored 23 points in the first quarter, leading his team to a 36-33 lead. Brunson’s performance is a continuation of his strong play in the regular season, in which he averaged 16.3 points and 6.2 assists per game.
Brunson’s Big Night
Brunson was efficient from the field in the first quarter, making 9 of 12 shots. He also hit 3 of 4 from three-point range. In addition to his scoring, Brunson also had 4 assists and 3 rebounds. He was a force on both ends of the court, helping the Knicks to take an early lead.
Knicks’ Strong Start
The Knicks’ strong start is a good sign for their chances in this series. The Bucks are the defending NBA champions and have one of the best players in the league in Giannis Antetokounmpo. But the Knicks have shown that they can compete with the Bucks, and Brunson’s play is a big reason why.
Bucks’ Slow Start
The Bucks got off to a slow start in the game, making just 10 of 28 shots from the field in the first quarter. Antetokounmpo was held to just 6 points on 2-of-8 shooting. The Bucks did a better job of getting to the free throw line in the second quarter, but they still trail the Knicks by 3 points at the half.
What’s Next?
The Knicks and Bucks will face off again in Game 2 of their series on Tuesday night. The Bucks will be looking to bounce back from their slow start, while the Knicks will be looking to continue their strong play. Brunson will be a key player for the Knicks in Game 2, and his performance could go a long way in determining the outcome of the game.
Conclusion
The Knicks’ strong start in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Bucks is a good sign for their chances in this series. Brunson’s play is a big reason why the Knicks are off to a good start, and he will be a key player for them in Game 2.
The Bucks will need to make some adjustments in Game 2 if they want to even the series. They will need to get more production from Antetokounmpo and the rest of their supporting cast. The Bucks will also need to do a better job of defending Brunson and the Knicks’ other perimeter players.
Game 2 of the Knicks-Bucks series is sure to be a close and competitive game. The Knicks will be looking to take a 2-0 lead in the series, while the Bucks will be looking to even the series at 1-1. Brunson will be a key player for the Knicks in Game 2, and his performance could go a long way in determining the outcome of the game.
