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Thursday, May 7, 2026
76ers veterans appear to have late-game blowup after dubious Game 2 shot

The 76ers put up a much more valiant fight in Game 2, but one of their final shots was not at all ideal in the closing seconds of a game they had a chance to win to tie the semifinal series.

OG Anunoby’s injury status revealed after Knicks’ Game 2 scare

He came up lame while cutting to the basket with about three minutes left in the Knicks' Game 2 win.

Knicks 108, 76ers 102: “I love him again”

Monday night, the Knicks won by TKO. Last night, they won on points. Tomorrow night, they may have to fight with one arm tied behind their back. While the absence of Joel Embiid for any extended...

Knicks Bulletin: ‘He looked like he was hopping’

Mitch was ill, Embiid was sore, and the Sixers are growing sour. New York swept the home half of their second-round series, and it’s now time to do the same, only a few miles out southwest. Here’s...

OG Anunoby Hamstring Injury Throws Knicks’ Playoff Run Into Chaos

OG Anunoby Injury: Knicks' Playoff Odds in Danger The post OG Anunoby Hamstring Injury Throws Knicks’ Playoff Run Into Chaos appeared first on NY Sports Day.

Knicks Notes: Anunoby, Bridges, McBride, Fouls, Workout

The Knicks came through in crunch time on Wednesday to pull out a victory in Game 2 of their second-round series vs. the 76ers and will carry a 2-0 lead into Philadelphia. However, the win may...

Knicks vs. 76ers player grades: OG, JB, and KAT share the load in a Game 2 grind

The Knicks took a 2-0 series lead Wednesday night, grinding out a 108-102 victory over the 76ers at Madison Square Garden. New York trailed after the first quarter, 33-31, and stayed close through...

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

Here are some of the biggest keys for the Knicks as they carry a 2-0 series lead into Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal matchup with the 76ers on Friday night.

Spurs even NBA playoffs series, Knicks go up 2-0; every NFL team has one reason for optimism

Plus, we examine the giant sports legacy of Ted Turner

Why Knicks not reaching the NBA Finals would be a disappointment

Game 2 proved the Knicks are in a class of their own in the East

Draymond Green has a message for celebrating New York Knicks fans

Draymond Green issues strict warning to New York Knicks fans

Mikal Bridges’ long-awaited emergence couldn’t come at a better time for the Knicks

He wasn’t the Knicks’ highest scorer on Wednesday. Or the second, or third. But for the third consecutive game, Mikal Bridges looked comfortable and confident on offense — a significant departure...

Knicks Morning News (2026.05.07)

News & Blogs Knicks 137, 76ers 98: “Really surreal” – Posting & Toasting Mike Brown embraces Knicks’ NBA Finals-or-bust mandate: ‘That’s what I expect’ – SNY Knicks determined not to follow up...

Knicks are suddenly approaching a major Giannis trade update

The Bucks reportedly want to hash out Giannis' future before the draft, which means we're about to get clarity on whether the Knicks are interested.

Knicks-76ers Notes: OG Anunoby's status in question; Mikal Bridges has 'great game' on both ends

A few notes following the Knicks' Game 2 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals to take a 2-0 series lead.

Knicks' Anunoby hobbles off in closing minutes

OG Anunoby exited in the closing minutes of the Knicks' 108-102 Game 2 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night with an apparent leg injury.

NBA playoff winners and losers: Knicks overwhelm 76ers in crunch time, Spurs bounce back emphatically

The 76ers were doomed by a cold fourth quarter, while the Spurs responded to their Game 1 loss in blowout fashion

Nurse laments 76ers missing 'really good' looks

The 76ers went almost six full minutes without a basket late in the 108-102 loss to the Knicks in Game 2 of the semifinal series.

76ers couldn’t hold Jalen Brunson down forever in Knicks crunch time

Jalen Brunson was searching for answers. He was searching for his shot. 

Tyrese Maxey is getting buried by Mikal Bridges’ playoff redemption

Against the Celtics, Tyrese Maxey was unstoppable.

Mike Brown questions Game 2 officiating as Knicks get into foul trouble again: ‘Not sure what’s a bump’

Mike Brown was prescient. Then he was critical. 

Karl-Anthony Towns nearly prevented his own Knicks dominance

Karl-Anthony Towns’ brilliance eventually defeated his long-standing demons in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Jeremy Sochan, VJ Edgecombe get into fiery chirping match at end of tight Knicks-76ers Game 2

Whatever was said, the Sixers did not seem to take to it kindly, and it led to a feisty verbal exchange. 

Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks looking to solve foul trouble woes against 76ers, crafty Tyrese Maxey

Foul trouble limited Karl-Anthony Towns to just nine first-half minutes, but another game of foul trouble didn't end up costing the Knicks as they scored a 108-102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers...

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Knicks’ playoff joyride is suddenly on hold with OG Anunoby injury scare

This is how fragile it all is. This is how tenuous it can be.

Knicks rediscovered the crucial thing they lost in first-round series

The Knicks, if you recall, fumbled two games like this in the opening round. They had an overmatched opponent in a tight game, and they either couldn't hit a shot or couldn't stop Atlanta's CJ...

Brunson, Knicks pull out win, go up 2-0 on 76ers

Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and helped New York seize control of a close game, leading the Knicks to a victory Wednesday night.

Knicks can't afford to ignore the Karl-Anthony Towns twist the 76ers just unveiled

The 76ers closed Game 2 by putting Paul George on Karl-Anthony Towns, and it worked. The Knicks have to be ready for that in Game 3.

Nick Nurse admits the 76ers did better at defending Jalen Brunson, but it was not enough

Jalen Brunson still led the Knicks to another victory, but Nick Nurse's 76ers clearly had a game plan against the star guard.

Mikal Bridges flips tired narrative on its head as Knicks’ lethal catalyst

Mikal Bridges has been the butt of every joke this season, but he's been a driving force behind the New York Knicks' postseason success.

Jalen Brunson, Knicks hold off 76ers in thriller, Take 2-0 series lead
Knicks fans suddenly fearing the worst after OG Anunoby's apparent leg injury

OG Anunoby left the New York Knicks' Game 2 win over the Sixers early with an apparent leg injury.

Knicks’ Game 2 report card: A second half to savor

Report card from the Knicks’ 108-102 Game 2 win over the 76ers on Monday night at the Garden: Jalen Brunson Started off slow amid pressure from defender VJ Edgecombe but recovered to close like...

Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 2 win over 76ers: Karl-Anthony Towns cleaned up his game

Heroes and zeros from the Knicks’ 108-102 Game 2 win over the 76ers on Monday night at the Garden.

OG Anunoby's mysterious injury makes the Knicks' Game 2 win a bittersweet one

The New York Knicks now have a commanding 2-0 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers, but an injury has dampened the win.

Late surge leads Knicks past Sixers to 2-0 series edge

Jalen Brunson scored eight of his 26 points in the fourth quarter Wednesday night for the host New York Knicks, who took control of their Eastern Conf

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...

OG Anunoby exits Game 2 early in Knicks injury concern

Even after taking a 2-0 series lead, the Knicks are likely holding their breath.

OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges have given Knicks an edge worth trading for

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby is reaching an entirely new level during the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Mikal Bridges is a big reason why.

Knicks put clamps on 76ers in fourth, take 2-0 series lead with 108-102 Game 2 win

The Knicks tightened the screws on the 76ers in the fourth quarter to win a back-and-forth battle to grab a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a 108-102 win in Game 2 on Wednesday...

Knicks claw past Joel Embiid-less 76ers in tense Game 2 victory

Without Joel Embiid on Wednesday night, the 76ers put up more of a fight than they did with him in Game 1. But that still wasn't enough against these Knicks.

Ben Stiller returns to MSG for Knicks-76ers Game 2 with Timothee Chalemet, Kylie Jenner, Jay-Z all in attendance

Luckily for Ben Stiller, the Met Gala is only one night.

Devoted fandom at the core of Knicks’ fabled celebrity row

Last Monday, for instance, when the Met Gala was held, two of the regulars — Spike and Timothée Chalamet — opted for Game 1 against the 76ers.

Knicks icons know this team has everything it takes and more

Starks participated in 18 playoff series with the Knicks but “can’t remember anything like” the heater that led to eliminating the Hawks and taking a 1-0 lead on the 76ers.

76ers vs Knicks Game 2: live score updates, highlights, 2026 NBA playoffs 2nd round series

Highlights from the 2nd round playoff game 2.

Knicks defeat the 76ers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinal.

Highlights from the 2nd round playoff game 2.

Atlantic Notes: Robinson, Nurse, M. Brown, Vucevic

The Knicks have ruled backup center Mitchell Robinson out for Game 2 against the Sixers due to an illness, SNY’s Ian Begley writes (Twitter link). He had previously been listed as questionable....

Playoff Game Thread: Knicks vs 76ers, Game 2, May 6, 2026

Tonight, the New York Knicks (1-0) host the Philadelphia 76ers (0-1) at Madison Square Garden in Game Two of the Eastern Conference semifinals. New York obliterated Philly in Game One and can...

2026 NBA Playoffs Round 2: Knicks vs. 76ers Game 2 – It’s All Happening

The player who always gets hurt during the playoffs and makes sure that the Sixers never have a chance of winning a title is, shockingly, hurt. The Knicks were overwhelming favorites in this game...

Injury Notes: Merrill, Robinson, Embiid, Vanderbilt, Kennard, Huerter

Cavaliers wing Sam Merrill, who exited Tuesday’s game vs. Detroit after playing just seven minutes, has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain after undergoing an MRI on Wednesday, per Chris...

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