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On YouTubeNew York Knicks News / Ball Exclusives / May 6
Watch: Knicks outlast Sixers in Game 2 nail-biter
The New York Knicks took control in the fourth quarter on Wednesday to outlast the Philadelphia 76ers 108-102 to take a 2-0 series lead. Wednesday’s matchup was a back-and-forth battle from start to finish.
NBA News / Posting and Toasting / May 6
Knicks 108, 76ers 102: “No matter who wins, this is such a p*** poor reffed game.” 
To quote SwissCheez, “another no call, surprising.” And Knicksyism: “No foul…” And rcnt123: “No matter who wins, this is such a piss-poor reffed game.” Excessive complaining about lopsided officiating is generally considered uncouth, especially if your team wins.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 6
Knicks mop up 76ers inside in tight Game 2 win
The New York Knicks outscored the Philadelphia 76ers in the paint, 56-30, on their way to a 108-102 victory.
The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The NBA began awarding the Defensive Player of the Year following the 1982-83 season. Since then, the award has been given out 42 times. How many of the 42 can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Nick Nurse drops Kawhi Leonard-OG Anunoby comp before Game 2 showdown vs. Knicks
NEW YORK – Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse coached OG Anunoby for five seasons. The New York Knicks’ premier two-way wing played under Nurse for the Toronto Raptors before both wound up on rival Atlantic Division teams.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / May 6
NBA Playoffs Second Round Game 2 Preview: New York Knicks Versus Philadelphia 76ers
After a third straight blowout win, the New York Knicks pounced on the Philadelphia 76ers in dominant fashion to take a 1-0 series lead in the second round of the NBA playoffs on Monday night.
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
New York restaurant staples banning Philly cheesesteaks during Knicks-76ers series
The Knicks-76ers rivalry has officially reached New York menus. Restaurants and bars across Manhattan and Long Island have started banning or renaming
NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / May 6
Referee Crew, Stats, Potential Impact for Knicks in Game 2 vs. 76ers
Game 1 of the Knicks' series against the 76ers certainly set expectations when it comes to fouls. Philadelphia made it clear it's going to prioritize getting a friendly whistle, which helps them slow down New York's offensive attack, and forces key players to the bench if they're constantly called for contact.
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Why ‘mesmerized’ Knicks legend Walt Frazier is hopeful NY wins championship in 2026
After four straight blowout playoff wins, New York Knicks legend Walt Frazier thinks this team can go all the way and win a championship in the NBA Finals this year.
Joel Embiid News / New York Knicks on SI / May 6
Knicks Don't Benefit as Much as It May Seem With Joel Embiid Out
The Knicks' preparation for Game 2 has taken a major turn just hours before tip-off, as 76ers star Joel Embiid has been ruled out Wednesday with both ankle and hip injuries.
New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Sixers rule out Joel Embiid for Game 2 vs. Knicks
The Sixers won’t have their anchor. Now they’ll have to adjust on the fly. Philadelphia has ruled out Joel Embiid for Game 2 against the Knicks, per the NBA injury report.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Ariel Hukporti News / New York Knicks on SI / May 6
Ariel Hukporti’s Knicks Importance Likely to Grow as 76ers Series Goes on
The Knicks knew full well that the 76ers could make it their mission to go at their bigs in this series, hoping to get them in foul trouble. That became abundantly clear from the jump on Monday, as Joel Embiid continuously sought out contact, leading to both Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson seeing early whistles.
New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / May 6
Knicks Bulletin: ‘We wanted strong NYC grit. Not a weak Philly cheesesteak’
Turns out the Sixers lost Game 1 because of the schedule, not because the Knicks crushed their souls into dust. Let’s see if having a bit of rest helps the Philly Numbers, or if they keep crumbling.
New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / May 6
Knicks Have Already Laid the Path for Another Lopsided Win in Game 2
A lot of 76ers fans have spent the past day and a half convincing others, if not themselves, that the Knicks' hot shooting can't, and won't persist. Some of that is true.
New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / May 6
Air Jordan 3 'Knicks' Where to Buy: Resale Guide
Michael Jordan terrorized several NBA franchises over the course of his illustrious career, but his accomplishments and moments against the New York Knicks – in Madison Square Garden especially – might be unmatched.
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Jalen Brunson establishes Knicks’ championship standard with historic performance in 39-point Game 1 win over 76ers
The New York Knicks kept their momentum in a Game 1 win against the Philadelphia 76ers. New York defeated the 76ers 137-98, and it really wasn’t close throughout the entire game.
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Knicks’ Mike Brown did not stutter about James Dolan’s NBA Finals ‘mandate’
It’s the NBA Finals or bust for the New York Knicks. Or at least that’s what team owner James Dolan feels, as he stated in a recent interview that the Knicks must “absolutely” reach the championship round.
J.R. Smith News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
JR Smith breaks silence after fans mobbed him outside MSG after Game 1 vs. 76ers
JR Smith is speaking out after fans mobbed him at Madison Square Garden following the New York Knicks Game 1 of the NBA Semifinals Playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Mikal Bridges News / Hoops Wire / May 5
Sixers’ Joel Embiid questions Mikal Bridges contact after hit to midsection
The Sixers took a loss in Game 1. Joel Embiid took a shot that drew attention. Embiid, who underwent an emergency appendectomy less than a month ago, appeared to grimace after taking contact to his midsection from Knicks forward Mikal Bridges during Monday’s game.
NBA News / Field Level Media / May 5
Knicks riding streak of big wins entering Game 2 vs. 76ers
It does not take much for championship-starved Big Apple basketball fans to daydream about what an NBA title run by the New York Knicks might look like.
New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Knicks accomplish feat in Game 1 never seen in NBA history
The New York Knicks have hit never-before-seen heights of dominance through their Eastern Conference semifinals opener against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Knicks gave the Sixers a public spanking on Monday at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y.
Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker / May 5
Jalen Brunson makes unique history in Knicks' Game 1 win over 76ers
Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks were absolutely pumping iron on Monday to begin their series against the Philadelphia 76ers. It was a blowout win for the Knicks, with the team towering over the 76ers, 137-98.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 4
Jalen Brunson, Knicks make history with third-straight blowout win
With their series-opening win over the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks sent a message and continued to look unbeatable. The Knicks grabbed a 1-0 lead in their second-round series, dominating the 76ers to the tune of 137-98.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Mikal Bridges accused of a dirty play on Joel Embiid in Game 1
Mikal Bridges delivered some pain to Joel Embiid in Monday’s Game 1. Bridges and the New York Knicks met Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday for the opening game of their second-round playoff series.
New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / May 3
Knicks Notes: OG Anunoby, Mitchell Robinson, Mikal Bridges
The Knicks needed a lift to finish off the Hawks. They got something bigger than that. They got a glimpse of a different version of OG Anunoby. The guy known as their top defender turned into their go-to scorer when it mattered most.
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