Even without injured All-Stars Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, the Knicks led wire-to-wire and easily disposed of the spiraling 76ers, winning 105-91 behind red-hot OG Anunoby’s team-high 27 points, as well as Mitchell Robinson’s season highs of 14 points and 14 rebounds.

A little less than a year ago, the brutal first-round playoff series between the Knicks and the 76ers was a must-see featuring two teams many believed could make some noise in the playoffs. The vibe at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night was a far cry from that as the Knicks defeated the tanking 76ers,