- Matchup: Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks
- Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
- Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Point Spread: Philadelphia (+6.5)
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The Philadelphia 76ers (45-37) are heading to Madison Square Garden to face off against the New York Knicks (53-29) in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Currently, the Knicks hold a 1-0 series lead. New York is regarded as 6.5-point favorites according to sportsbook lines, with an over/under set at 214.5.
In Game 1, the 76ers were defeated by a score of 137-98. Philadelphia committed 24 fouls compared to New York’s 25. The 76ers managed to make 19 of their 37 attempts from beyond the arc while New York capitalized on 12 of 17, achieving a free throw percentage of 70.6%. The Knicks dominated the boards with 39 rebounds, including 8 on the offensive end, and they recorded 1 block along with 34 assists and 10 steals. Defensively, Philadelphia allowed their opponents to shoot an impressive 63.1% from the field, permitting 53 makes on 84 shots. They handed out only 15 assists, forced 15 turnovers, and registered 6 steals, while pulling down 28 rebounds, with 8 offensive boards. At the free-throw line, the 76ers converted 27 of their 34 attempts, resulting in a success rate of 79.4%. Overall, they ended the game shooting 41.1% from the field (30 of 73) and 11 of 30 from three.
Paul George was instrumental in Game 1. He shot 54.5% from the field and contributed 3 assists while playing 26 minutes, also grabbing 3 rebounds and scoring 17 points from 6 of 11 shooting.
Philadelphia enters this game with a season record of 45-37, averaging 115.9 points per game (ranked 14th in the league) with a shooting percentage of 46.2%. They convert 34.9% of their three-point attempts (1,011 makes from 2,896 attempts) and are shooting an 80.9% success rate from the free-throw line. The 76ers average 43.6 rebounds per game and have dished out 2,017 assists this season, placing them 29th in the league for assists. They average 13.6 turnovers per game and commit 20.3 fouls on average.
Defensively, the 76ers force 15.4 turnovers each game and draw 19.9 fouls. They rank 22nd in the league for assists allowed, conceding 2,260 this season. Philadelphia surrenders an opponent shooting percentage of 46.7% (3,430 out of 7,348) and allows 45.3 rebounds per game. They concede 35.3% from beyond the arc and are 19th in the league for points allowed per game (116.1).
The Knicks completely outplayed the 76ers in Game 1 across the board. In rebounding, they limited Philadelphia to just 28 rebounds total, with only 8 offensive. From long range, New York managed 36.7% (11 out of 30) while shooting 27 out of 34 from the free-throw line (79.4%). Philadelphia managed to shoot 41.1% (30 of 73) from the field. Overall, the Knicks shot 63.1% for the match (53 out of 84), sinking 19 of 37 three-point attempts (51.4%) and 12 free throws with a percentage of 70.6%. The game saw the 76ers commit 24 fouls, leading to 17 attempts at the free-throw line for the Knicks. New York also forced 15 turnovers while achieving 10 steals, while gathering 39 total rebounds (31 defensive, 8 offensive).
Jalen Brunson stood out for the Knicks, hitting 12 of 18 attempts (66.7%) and collecting 1 rebound. He finished with 35 points in just 31 minutes and registered 3 assists.
Currently, New York has recorded a 53-29 record for the season. The Knicks average 20.0 fouls per game and hold a free-throw success rate of 79.2%. They deliver 27.4 assists per game (ranking 13th) and turn the ball over 13.6 times per game. This season, New York has accumulated 9,549 points (116.5 per game) and secures 45.6 rebounds per contest. Their offensive efficiency has them shooting 47.8% from the field, placing them 11th in the NBA.
Defensively, the Knicks rank 5th in the league in points allowed, averaging 110.1 per game. They force 14.4 turnovers a game and allow opponents to shoot 46.0% from the field (also 5th). Their opponents convert 36.2% of three-point attempts (1,138 of 3,145) and 77.8% of free throws. They allow 25.0 assists and 40.5 rebounds per game, ranking 6th and 4th in the league respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA game against the spread?
Prediction: Take Philadelphia (+6.5)
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