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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Joel Embiid just sent hazardous warning to Knicks following Game 1 beatdown

The New York Knicks should be on high alert heading into Wednesday's Game 2 against the 76ers following Joel Embiid's latest remarks.

Knicks are eerily close to learning painful Celtics lesson after Game 1 win

The New York Knicks must avoid depending on the three-ball like the Boston Celtics did.

Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns have a $120 million reason to consider a trade

KAT and the Knicks will have to figure this out.

Knicks inching closer to ultimate vindication for Mikal Bridges blockbuster

The recent play, coupled with the track-record of Mikal Bridges actually has the New York Knicks verging on ultimate vindication for striking on the 2025 trade.

Knicks' powerful hidden edge has quickly turned into a threat for everyone else

The New York Knicks are on a hot playoff streak, but they're not letting that distract their focus.

Knicks 137, 76ers 98: “Really surreal”

Getting it right starts with getting it wrong. It’s true in math, mental health and Madison Square Garden, where last night the New York Knicks took a 1-0 series lead over Philadelphia with a...

Nick Nurse gives insightful perspective on the huge Game 1 loss against Knicks
Knicks Bulletin: ‘When we do that, we’re playing our best basketball’

New York so good they can win games in two quarters and change. Philly so bad they can’t even beat the Knicks’ bench mob in a garbage-time war. Here’s the latest after Game 1. Mike Brown On the...

OG Anunoby receives high praise from star teammate after the huge win in Game 1

He has been in another world lately.

Knicks vs. 76ers player grades: Brunson dominates as Knicks rout Philly in Game 1

The New York Knicks crushed the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game One of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Building a big lead early, they led by 23 at halftime and then cruised, with all...

NBA playoffs intel: Scouting Round 2, free agency ...

After a wild first round, here's what league insiders are talking about as the NBA's conference semifinals begin.

Knicks vs. 76ers: 3 keys for New York in Game 2 of Eastern Conference Semifinals

Here are three keys for the Knicks against the 76ers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Josh Hart torments 76ers in his unique way as Knicks cruise in Game 1

But as usual, he did just about everything else.

Knicks-76ers Notes: Mikal Bridges' emergence; has New York's offense unlocked something?

A few notes following the Knicks' Game 1 win over the 76ers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Knicks' Jalen Brunson burns 76ers in record rout; Tigers' Tarik Skubal needs surgery; a Giannis-Jaylen swap?

Plus, Anthony Edwards returns in surprise as Wolves overcome Victor Wembanyama's 12 blocks

JR Smith knocked down in scary scene with rowdy Knicks fans outside MSG
There is one Knicks concern emerging from Game 1 rout of 76ers

It didn’t end up mattering in a blowout, but it’s something worth monitoring going forward.

The Knicks have become a juggernaut

If this version, the one that trounced the Sixers at MSG, sticks around, watch out.

Knicks Morning News (2026.05.05)

News & Blogs Jalen Brunson, Knicks strike first (and often) against 76ers: Game 1 takeaways – The New York Times Playoff Game Thread: Knicks vs 76ers, Game 1, May 4, 2026 – Posting & Toasting...

NBA playoff winners and losers: Victor Wembanyama sets record, but offense eludes him, Jalen Brunson dominates

The Knicks and Timberwolves were both Game 1 winners as the second round got underway Monday night

Knicks, Jalen Brunson exposed 76ers’ Joel Embiid problem with Game 1 masterpiece

If he’s gonna play like this, Joel Embiid should issue a retraction. Tell Sixers fans to sell their tickets while they still can.

Knicks’ Jalen Brunson doesn’t expect to see same 76ers team from Game 1 in Game 2

Game 1 went about as good as the Knicks could’ve hoped, but they know they have to stay focused heading into Game 2.

Karl-Anthony Towns finding groove as 'quarterback' of Knicks' high-scoring offense amid record stretch

With another blowout victory on Monday night over the 76ers, the Knicks have won their last four playoff games by a combined 135 points -- the largest point differential in any four-game span in...

Knicks stay on historic roll, crush 76ers by 39

The Knicks continued their historic run since trailing in their first round series, beating the 76ers by nearly 40 points in Game 1 on Monday.

Knicks’ unstoppable four-game run has led to tempting question

At what point is it OK to believe? At what point can you trust your eyes, which are beginning to make some bold proclamations if you let them.

East takeaways: Knicks dominate to take Game 1

Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round.

Jalen Brunson, red-hot Knicks blow out Sixers in Game 1

Jalen Brunson scored 27 of his game-high 35 points in the first half Monday night for the New York Knicks, who remained red-hot by routing the visitin

The New York Knicks' recent dominance sets a brand-new NBA Playoffs record

The Knicks are looking like the best team in the Eastern Conference as of late, which is seen in their recent numbers.

Mikal Bridges’ Knicks resurgence looks like more than a fluke after Game 1

Was it a one-game anomaly? Or the start of a turnaround? Based on Monday night, it could be the latter for Mikal Bridges.

Monday, May 4, 2026
It took five minutes for Mitchell Robinson to make Knicks free agency decision clear

Before he even touched the court, Mitchell Robinson showed the Knicks why they need to re-sign him in Game 1 against the 76ers.

Karl-Anthony Towns rises to the occasion in Game 1 with Joel Embiid faltering as Knicks villain

The spotlight was on Joel Embiid from the opening tip.

Ariel Hukporti stepped up with Knicks’ bigs in foul trouble early in Game 1

Rotations are always cut a bit shorter during the playoffs but depth players have to stay ready in case their number is called, and for the Knicks, that was Ariel Hukporti in Game 1 on Monday night.

Knicks have never seen OG Anunoby quite like this

OG Anunoby is a man of few words. He likes to let his play do the talking.

Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 1 rout of 76ers: Philly needs more from Joel Embiid

Heroes and zeros from the Knicks’ 137-98 Game 1 decimation of the 76ers on Monday night at the Garden.

Knicks’ Game 1 report card: This was vintage Jalen Brunson

Report card from the Knicks' 137-98 Game 1 win over the 76ers on Monday night at the Garden.

Red hot Knicks rout Sixers to take Game 1

Jalen Brunson scored 27 of his game-high 35 points in the first half Monday night for the New York Knicks, who remained red-hot by routing the visitin

Jalen Brunson credits the Knicks' suffocating defense for their Game 1 blowout win

Jalen Brunson and the Knicks cruised to a massive Game 1 victory against the 76ers.

Knicks 137, 76ers 98: Scenes from getting it done in Game One

Tonight at Madison Square Garden, the Knicks hosted the 76ers in Game One of their semifinal series. New York had benefited from extra rest by routing Atlanta on Friday, while Philly took the...

Knicks bludgeon 76ers to open Eastern Conference semifinals with emphatic Game 1 statement

This wasn't the 51-point blowout from Game 6 against the Hawks, but the Knicks still produced a second consecutive blowout in the postseason.

Knicks dominate on both ends, cruise to 137-98 Game 1 win over 76ers

The Knicks were in complete control, as they dominated the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their second round matchup on Monday night at MSG.

Timothee Chalamet hits Knicks playoff game as Kylie Jenner goes nude at Met Gala

Timothee Chalamet's Knicks loyalty can't be questioned.

Follow live: 76ers, Knicks clash in Eastern Confer...
Ben Stiller makes Knicks playoff prediction as he skips Game 1 for Met Gala

A staple of celebrity row at Knicks playoffs games had another NYC commitment Monday night.

The 76ers present the Knicks with a giant threat the Hawks simply couldn't

The Knicks' talent shined through against the Hawks, especially with Karl-Anthony Towns at the helm of their offense. The 76ers have an answer the Hawks didn't.

Playoff Game Thread: Knicks vs 76ers, Game 1, May 4, 2026

Tonight, the third-seed New York Knicks host the seventh-seed Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden for Game One of the Eastern Conference semifinals. A strong Knicks start could shape the...

76ers vs. Knicks Game 1 live score, updates, highlights from 2026 NBA playoffs series

The latest from NYC in the opening game.

OG Anunoby’s impact still ‘taken for granted’ with recognition eluding Knicks’ X-factor

OG Anunoby unquestionably was the best defensive player on the team with the NBA’s seventh-best defensive rating.

Knicks’ playoff consistency doesn’t mean a ‘damn thing’ to Josh Hart

Since reuniting with Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and the Knicks have made the second round in four straight seasons.

Knicks fans send message to Sixers over whiny effort to block NYers from buying tickets

You want some whine with that cheesesteak?

2026 NBA Playoffs Round 2: Knicks vs. 76ers Game 1 – Statement Making Time

The Knicks unexpectedly got home court in the second round this year, and now get to host the #7 seeded Philadelphia 76ers. The Sixers have an excellent top five, but no bench, and Embiid can...

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