NBA Playoffs: 76ers vs. Knicks Game 2 Preview
Donte DiVincenzo's Late Three Gives Knicks 2-0 Lead Over 76ers
With the series shifting to Madison Square Garden for Games 3 and 4, the Philadelphia 76ers trail the New York Knicks 2-0 after dropping Game 2 at home, 104-101. The 76ers had a chance to send the game into overtime, but James Harden's three-pointer just before the buzzer rimmed out.
Key Moments
The Knicks took a 101-98 lead with 1:05 remaining in the fourth quarter after Immanuel Quickley hit a three-pointer. On the ensuing possession, Joel Embiid was fouled by Obi Toppin and made one of his two free throws to cut the lead to 101-99. After a Knicks miss, Harden tied the game at 101 with a driving layup with 22 seconds left.
With the Knicks needing a bucket, Jalen Brunson drove into the paint and kicked the ball out to DiVincenzo, who buried a three-pointer from the right corner with 1.7 seconds remaining.
The 76ers were unable to get a shot off before the buzzer, giving the Knicks the victory.
Players to Watch in Game 3
For the 76ers: Joel Embiid. The big man is averaging 31.5 points and 12.5 rebounds in the series, but he needs to be more efficient from the field. He is shooting just 41.2% from the floor, including 25% from three-point range.
For the Knicks: Jalen Brunson. The point guard has been a revelation for the Knicks this season, and he has been even better in the playoffs. He is averaging 26.0 points and 6.5 assists in the series, and he is shooting 51.9% from the field.
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