Knicks-76ers Game 2 Preview: New York Looks to Take 2-0 Lead
After a narrow Game 1 victory, the Knicks host the 76ers on Monday in Game 2 of their first-round series.
Here's what you need to know:
The New York Knicks enter Game 2 with a 1-0 series lead after a 104-101 victory in Philadelphia on Saturday. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 24 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Josh Hart added 21 points.
The Philadelphia 76ers will look to even the series at 1-1 on Monday. Joel Embiid scored 27 points in Game 1, but he was limited to just 9 shots due to foul trouble. James Harden added 20 points and 12 assists.
The Knicks will host Game 2 at Madison Square Garden on Monday at 8:00 PM EDT. The game will be televised on ESPN.
Keys to the Game:
- Embiid's health: Embiid's foul trouble was a major factor in Game 1. If he can stay on the court, he will be a major threat to the Knicks.
- The Knicks' defense: The Knicks did a good job of containing Embiid in Game 1. They will need to continue to play solid defense in Game 2 to have a chance to win.
- The Knicks' offense: The Knicks need to get more production from their role players in Game 2. Brunson and Hart were the only two Knicks to score more than 10 points in Game 1.
Prediction:
The Knicks are playing with a lot of confidence right now, and they have the home-court advantage in Game 2. I think the Knicks will win Game 2 and take a 2-0 lead in the series.
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