The 76ers are trying to avoid falling into a 3-0 hole against the Knicks in Game 3 of their second-round playoff series.

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late to the delight of roaring Knicks fans, leading New York to a 109-94 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night for a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Jalen Brunson scored 33 points to lead the New York Knicks to a 109-94 win over the Philadelphia Sixers, giving the Knicks a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

The Philadelphia 76ers made another effort to get Philly fans into their arena, announcing plans Friday to donate 500 tickets to community groups for every home game of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Knicks.

Philadelphia’s bench has been lacking this postseason, while two players that were essentially given away are blossoming into stars.

As the Philadelphia 76ers prepared for Game 3 and Game 4 of their second playoff series, the team is making efforts to ensure there’s not a repeat