Knicks take 2-1 lead into game 4 against the 76ers
New York Knicks 50-32 second in the Eastern Conference vs. Philadelphia 76ers
WEB Sixers have backs against wall entering Game 3 vs Thursday April 25th 2024 1107 AM
The first two games of the Eastern Conference matchup between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers have been a tale of two halves. In Game 1, the Knicks raced out to a 23-point halftime lead and cruised to a 115-95 victory. In Game 2, the 76ers responded with a 114-106 win, thanks to a huge second half from Joel Embiid. Now, the series shifts to Philadelphia for Game 3 with the Knicks holding a 2-1 lead.The Knicks will be looking to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the series, while the 76ers will be fighting to avoid falling into a 0-3 hole. Embiid is expected to be a game-time decision for the 76ers, as he is dealing with a knee injury. If Embiid is unable to play, the 76ers will be without their leading scorer and rebounder.
The Knicks have been led by the play of Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle. Brunson is averaging 25.0 points and 6.0 assists per game in the series, while Randle is averaging 23.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game. The Knicks have also gotten solid contributions from RJ Barrett, who is averaging 18.0 points per game, and Mitchell Robinson, who is averaging 10.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game.
The 76ers have been led by the play of Tyrese Maxey and Tobias Harris. Maxey is averaging 22.0 points per game in the series, while Harris is averaging 19.0 points and 8.0 rebounds per game. The 76ers have also gotten solid contributions from Shake Milton, who is averaging 12.0 points per game, and Matisse Thybulle, who is averaging 10.0 points per game.
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