76ers’ Nick Nurse furious refs ‘ignored’ timeout call before pivotal turnover in Game 2
Nick Nurse was frustrated. He also checked the match footage to make sure it was legit. But the 76ers’ coach said in his postgame press conference that the Knicks hit a 3-pointer, stole a pass, and made another 3-pointer in a miraculous 27-second sequence that won Game 2 against the 76ers. After surprising him — […]
Knicks pull off Game 2 miracle to stun 76ers
It was a Broadway miracle. In a hectic and thrilling 14 seconds, the Knicks turned a five-point deficit into a one-point advantage and rode the moment to a roaring 104-101 victory over MSG. The big shot came from Donte DiVincenzo, whose trey gave the Knicks the lead. However, this sequence requires a full explanation. Jalen […]
76ers star Tyrese Maxey questionable for Game 2 vs. Knicks
Philadelphia star Tyrese Maxey is listed as questionable with an illness for Monday night’s Game 2 of the first round against the Knicks at the Garden. This is a major concern for the 76ers, who lost the series opener and are already dealing with health concerns surrounding MVP Joel Embiid. Maxey was the only Sixer […]
Knicks’ Josh Hart makes 76ers pay thanks to late 3-pointer barrage
Josh Hart’s season began with doubts over his offensive role with the Knicks, even after signing a four-year extension following a shocking midseason trade from Portland in February 2023. Ta. But as the Knicks defeated the 76ers 111-104 at the Garden on Saturday night, starting the first round of the playoffs on Saturday, there was […]
76ers’ Joel Embiid heads back to locker room with apparent injury
Joel Embiid played through another injury in the playoffs, but his knee was the most talked about part of the NBA playoffs. The reigning MVP injured his left knee again in the first half of Saturday’s Game 1 against the Knicks, and returned for Game 2, which still ended in a 111-104 loss to Philadelphia […]
Knicks fans take over MSG, NYC streets after Game 1 win over 76ers
It was binging. Knicks fans occupied 7th Avenue outside Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, following the team’s come-from-behind 111-104 victory in Game 1. I saw the Knicks faithful. series of videos on X bask in victory Outside the world’s most famous arena. In one video, a fan confidently yells, “Knicks in 4 minutes! Knicks […]
Knicks deliver ‘referee breakdown’ ahead of Game 1 vs. 76ers
The Knicks provide information on the good and bad of officiating, early whistles and trends in New York. Adding a new wrinkle to their game notes for the media, the Knicks included a “officiating breakdown” of their staff for Saturday’s Game 1 against the 76ers. This sheet was compiled by our analytics staff and includes, […]
Draymond Green confidently backs 76ers in Knicks playoff series
Draymond Green, who has already been excluded from the playoffs and podcasting, doesn’t believe in the Knicks. “as [Sixers backup center] Paul Reed said, “We’re not fooling anyone, but we wanted the New York Knicks. They’re the easier team to beat.” Paul Reed said that, but I don’t say that,” Green said on “The Draymond […]
Knicks to face 76ers in first round of NBA playoffs
PHILADELPHIA — It’s Joel Embiid, not Jimmy, heading to New York this weekend in the playoffs. Embiid and the 76ers battled back from a 14-point hole with a 105-104 win over Butler and the Heat in the Eastern Conference play-in to face the Knicks in the first playoff series between the teams since 1989. Round […]
Nets’ disappointing season ends with dud against 76ers
PHILADELPHIA — The Nets’ disappointing season is finally over and they were mercifully put out of their misery Sunday at the Wells Fargo Center. The campaign, for the most part, ended in a lopsided defeat. The Nets lost 107-86 to Philadelphia, ending their worst season in years. Brooklyn finished 11th in the Eastern Conference with […]