The New York Knicks are set to play Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Knicks currently lead the series 2-0 in this best-of-7 matchup. The game will take place at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on Amaz.
New York’s head coach Mike Brown leads his team with a strong postseason record of 6-2. The Knicks have been impressive, winning their last five games. Meanwhile, the 76ers, coached by Nick Nurse, have a postseason record of 5-5. They are looking to break a two-game losing streak as they play at home. Both teams are part of the Eastern Conference and Atlantic Division.
New York Knicks Team Preview
The New York Knicks have been doing well in the playoffs. In their last game against the Philadelphia 76ers, they won 108-102. Jalen Brunson scored 26 points, helping the team secure the win.
The Knicks have strong offensive stats in the postseason. They score 119 points per game, which is the fourth-best in the league. Their shooting percentage is 51.6%, making them one of the top shooting teams.
Injuries might affect the Knicks in their next game. OG Anunoby has a hamstring strain, and Josh Hart has a thumb sprain. Both are questionable to play, while Mitchell Robinson is expected to return despite an illness.
Philadelphia 76ers Team Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a challenging postseason so far. They lost their last two games against the New York Knicks. Tyrese Maxey and Paul George have been key players, showing consistent performance in scoring and assists.
In their previous win against the Boston Celtics, the 76ers scored 109 points. Joel Embiid led the team with 34 points and 12 rebounds. Tyrese Maxey also contributed with 30 points and 11 rebounds in that game.
Throughout the postseason, the 76ers have averaged 103.5 points per game. They excel in three-point shooting with a percentage of 35.6. Their defense is strong, allowing 108.8 points per game and leading in steals with 5.5 per game.
Betting Prediction
The New York Knicks have shown strong offensive stats this postseason. They score 119 points per game, ranking 4th, with a field goal percentage of 51.6, which is 2nd. They also have a high effective field goal percentage at 58.8, 3rd best in the league.
Defensively, the Knicks allow only 100.2 points per game, ranking 3rd. They also hold opponents to a field goal percentage of 43.5, which is 4th. Their ability to limit rebounds to 36.0 per game leads the league.
The Philadelphia 76ers have not kept pace offensively, scoring 103.5 points per game. They struggle with field goal percentage at 44.4, ranking 13th. Their defense allows 108.8 points per game, which is not as strong as the Knicks.
- Pick: Knicks +1.5
