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Saturday, May 9, 2026
Knicks Notes: Clarkson, Shamet, Anunoby, Bridges

Jordan Clarkson signed with the Knicks last summer to play for a contender, but he had fallen completely out of the rotation by the trade deadline, writes James L. Edwards of The Athletic. It...

Cavaliers just handed the Knicks an opportunity they need to seize

The Cavaliers have ensured their second-round series with the Pistons last at least five games, which means the Knicks could have a huge rest advantage.

Josh Hart is showing exactly why two Knicks coaches couldn’t bench him

Tom Thibodeau caught heat for how much he relied on Josh Hart. The do-it-all Swiss Army knife showed Mike Brown why, playing through two injuries in Game 3.

Knicks’ OG Anunoby priority should be obvious ahead of rare chance in Game 4

The Knicks have earned themselves a priceless opportunity.

Josh Hart dismantles flawed Mikal Bridges narrative with simple reality check

New York Knicks veteran Josh Hart weighed in on the Mikal Bridges noise and made it clear he was never worried.

Knicks F OG Anunoby upgraded to questionable for Game 4

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (hamstring) has been upgraded to questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers.,The 28-year-old w

Mitchell Robinson just confirmed Knicks' playoff roadblock is more like a speed bump

The Knicks took a 3-0 lead over the 76ers with another takeover of Philadelphia. And Mitchell Robinson cleared a hurdle that could unlock another level for NY.

How Knicks' Mikal Bridges turned his playoffs around

With Mikal Bridges locked in defensively and offensively, the Knicks are every bit the contender they want to be.

Knicks chase sweep of 76ers as conference finals beckon

Even without their lineup at full strength, the New York Knicks are showing they are on a different level than the Philadelphia 76ers., ,Jalen Brunson

These Knicks are just different, man

With each passing day, there’s only one thing that crosses my mind whenever I think about the Knicks. What the hell happened in the locker room after Game 3 in Atlanta? The Knicks have won six...

Knicks Bulletin: ‘I’m Linus, and Jalen’s my blanket’

Is it going to be a sweep? It is going to be a sweep! Here’s the latest after a delightful Game 3! Mike Brown On Philadelphia’s strong start to Game 3: “They jumped out and they kind of punched us...

Knicks vs. 76ers player grades: Brunson, Bridges, and Shamet put Philly on the brink

The Knicks silenced the doubters on Friday night, defeating the 76ers 109-94 to take a commanding 3-0 series lead and move within one win of the Eastern Conference Finals. Even with the return of...

Knicks vs. 76ers: 3 keys for NY in Game 4 of Eastern Conference Semifinals

With a chance at a 4-0 series sweep on Sunday afternoon, here are three keys for the Knicks to win Game 4.

Sixers Notes: Embiid, Bench, 3-0 Deficit, Maxey

Joel Embiid sat out Game 2 of the Sixers ‘ series against the Knicks due to ankle and hip injuries. He returned for Game 3 but only contributed 16 points and six rebounds in 34 minutes as...

Joel Embiid alleges referee bias in Game 3 with 76ers’ hopes fading fast: ‘I guess it’s good when New York wins’

Joel Embiid believes the fix is in.

Drummer’s slam dunk: NYC subway busker plays for Knicks at MSG in bucket-list moment

He took his shot -- and hit nothing but net.

Knicks Morning News (2026.05.09)

News & Blogs NBA playoffs 2026: What will decide Knicks-76ers Game 3 and beyond? – ESPN Josh Hart Warns Knicks About 76ers’ Odds to Still Win Series After Seeing Philly Upset Celtics –...

Mikal Bridges' defense on Tyrese Maxey one of biggest factors in Knicks' commanding series lead over 76ers

If you're waking up on Saturday feeling good about the Knicks’ prospects in this postseason, you can thank Mikal Bridges.

Sixers' Joel Embiid on free-throw discrepancy in Game 3: 'I guess it's good when New York wins'

Sixers big man Joel Embiid was asked about the officiating in the Knicks' Game 3 win and the former MVP pointed out the discrepancy in free throw attempts by both teams.

The Knicks have something special brewing as road to NBA Finals looks wide open

New York took a 3-0 lead over the 76ers on Friday and has been dominant in these playoffs

Knicks fans’ outburst marrs tribute to Nick Nurse’s late brother during game 3

A New York Knicks fan disrupted a moment of silence for the late brother of Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse on Friday night.

Jalen Brunson gives Knicks, Mike Brown the ‘blanket’ they need

Mike Brown never worried. Jalen Brunson is the security blanket that makes him feel at peace. 

Karl-Anthony Towns’ foul trend becoming a Knicks issue

For the second straight game, foul trouble limited Karl-Anthony Towns’ production.

Mitchell Robinson got his Joel Embiid revenge with one thunderous Knicks slam

It was roughly the same spot two years ago where Joel Embiid dragged down Knicks center Mitchell Robinson under the northeast basket of the arena.

Friday, May 8, 2026
Knicks stepped up in OG Anunoby’s Game 3 absence: ‘Team effort’

OG Anunoby’s absence left massive shoes to fill. The Knicks were fully up for the challenge.

Knicks fans take over Philadelphia during statement Game 3 victory

Despite the 76ers' best efforts, they couldn't keep Knicks fans out of Philadelphia.

Knicks have finally shattered their biggest roster myth

The Knicks used depth and defense to build a 3-0 series lead over the 76ers without OG Anunoby. Their biggest doubters are officially wrong.

There is no measuring this version of Mikal Bridges’ Knicks value

Fifteen days after being persona non grata in just about every basketball precinct in New York, he was something to behold.

Brunson shuts door on 76ers as Knicks go up 3-0

Behind 33 points from Jalen Brunson, including big buckets late, the Knicks held off the 76ers to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the semifinal series.

Jalen Brunson gets a glowing review from Mike Brown for his poise under pressure

Jalen Brunson continues to be a reliable star for the Knicks, and Mike Brown's job is easier because of it.

Landry Shamet provides spark off bench to help Knicks turn tide of Game 3 win

When the Sixers gave the Knicks their best shot in the first quarter, Landry Shamet helped turn the tides with his play off the bench in Game 3 on Friday night.

Knicks just bought OG Anunoby something priceless

By going up 3-0 on the 76ers, the Knicks have ensured they don't need to bring OG Anunoby back from his hamstring strain before the Eastern Conference Finals.

Knicks’ Game 3 report card: Mike Brown’s rotation decision worked wonders

Report card from the Knicks’ Game 3 win over the 76ers on Friday night at the Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Landry Shamet seized his biggest Knicks opportunity yet

Talk about providing a needed boost.

Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 3 win over 76ers: Jalen Brunson delivered

Heroes and zeros from the Knicks’ 108-94 Game 3 win over the 76ers on Friday night in Philly.

Mike Brown praises Mikal Bridges' hard work and intense defense on Tyrese Maxey

Mikal Bridges has continued to work hard, and it is paying off amid all the criticism he has received.

Knicks 108, 76ers 94: “NOVA KNICKS”

Spike Lee made the trip. So did Tracy Morgan, Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller, and Timothee Chamalamalamalet. Despite attempts to keep Knicks fans from the Xfinity Mobile Arena, and Joel Embiid...

Jalen Brunson puts up 33 as Knicks move to verge of sweeping Sixers

Jalen Brunson scored 33 points as the visiting New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 108-94 on Friday to take a commanding 3-0 lead in their

Mikal Bridges silences all his doubters to make Knicks trade look genius

The New York Knicks needed someone to step up with OG Anunoby out, and Mikal Bridges did that and more in the Game 3 win over the 76ers.

Nigerian National Team Hires David Fizdale As New Coach

Former NBA coach David Fizdale, who is currently an analyst for NBA TV, is the new head coach of Nigeria’s men’s national team, he tells Marc J. Spears of ESPN Andscape. The 51-year-old will be...

Knicks take commanding 3-0 series lead after 108-94 win over 76ers

The Knicks took the 76ers' best shot early and turned a tight game into another comfortable victory in their 108-94 win in Game 3 on Friday night.

Knicks pull away with dominant second half to take commanding 3-0 series lead over 76ers

The Knicks-76ers series might've shifted a little south, but the status quo remained on Friday night.

VJ Maxx delivers early in Game 3, Mitchell Robinso...

Maxey and Edgecombe ignite Sixers early, but Mitchell Robinson answers with poster on Joel Embiid.

Knicks must take page out of Timberwolves' playbook when it comes to OG Anunoby

The New York Knicks may want to take the Anthony Edwards approach when it comes to OG Anunoby's return to action.

Follow live: Knicks aim to extend series lead, 76e...
Embiid back for Sixers; Anunoby out for Knicks

The 76ers got star center Joel Embiid back for Game 3 in Philadelphia while the Knicks will be without key forward OG Anunoby.

76ers' Joel Embiid back for Game 3; Knicks' OG Anunoby out

Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid returned to action for Friday's Game 3 against the visiting New York Knicks after sitting out Game 2 of the

2026 NBA Playoffs Round 2: Knicks vs. 76ers Game 3 – Time to Make it Academic

If the Knicks take this one, this whole series is basically just academic. So, well, let’s see them do that! Deuce starts in place of OG (who thankfully is taking the game off instead of risking...

Try as they may, 76ers fans can’t ‘flex’ on their Knicks counterparts

You have to admire the creativity of Sixers fans who understand the inevitability of Knicks fans invading the Xfinity Wireless Arena.

One Philly fan devises train ploy to drive up prices to keep Knicks fans out

Joel Embiid pleaded with 76ers fans to keep their home playoff tickets against the Knicks.

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