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Knicks on Brink of East Finals!
9 May
Summary
- Knicks aim for a commanding 3-0 series lead.
- Sixers seek to cut into the deficit at home.
- Anunoby's injury status remains uncertain for Game 3.
The New York Knicks are positioned for a significant playoff advancement, holding a 2-0 series lead against the Philadelphia 76ers. This marks their longest postseason winning streak since 1999, with five consecutive victories. Their recent 108-102 win in Game 2 at Madison Square Garden brings them tantalizingly close to the Eastern Conference Finals.
However, a key concern for the Knicks is the right leg injury sustained by forward OG Anunoby late in Game 2. His availability for Game 3 in Philadelphia remains unclear, as coach Mike Brown has not yet provided an update. The series heads to the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday, May 8, at 7 p.m. EDT, with the game streaming on Prime Video.
The Sixers, without MVP Joel Embiid in Game 2, face the challenge of winning both home games to stay competitive. Betting odds indicate the Knicks are heavily favored to win the series. Despite this, the article predicts a close Game 3, with the Sixers ultimately prevailing by a narrow margin to stay alive in the series.
