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Knicks vs. 76ers: Game 3 of the 2026 Eastern Conference Semifinals
5/9/2026, 6:33:27 AM
Game 3 Details
The third game of the Eastern Conference semifinals is set for May 8, 2026 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Sources list the start time as either 7 p.m. ET or 8 p.m. ET. The matchup will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, and tickets are available through StubHub.
Series Background
Philadelphia advanced to the second round after defeating the Boston Celtics in a Game 7, becoming one of fifteen teams to win a series after trailing 3-1. The Knicks entered the series with a 2-0 lead, having won the first two games 111-104 and 104-101 respectively.
Key Players and Injury Status
- Joel Embiid (76ers) – listed as questionable with ankle and hip concerns after missing Game 2.
- Tyrese Maxey (76ers) – listed in the starting lineup.
- Paul George (76ers) – active, noted for three-point shooting.
- Jalen Brunson (Knicks) – active, averaging 27.4 points per game in the playoffs.
- Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks) – active, averaging 6.1 assists per playoff game.
- Josh Hart (Knicks) – questionable (thumb).
- OG Anunoby (Knicks) – questionable (hamstring).
- Mitchell Robinson (Knicks) – probable (illness).
Statistical Snapshot
- The Knicks have won five consecutive games, a streak that began in the first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks.
- Towns increased his assist average from 3.0 (regular season) to 6.1 in the playoffs.
- Brunson is averaging 5.8 assists per game through eight playoff contests and has exceeded 6.5 assists in four of them.
- Paul George has made three or more three-pointers in each of his last five games, including five in Game 2.
Implications of Game 3
A Knicks victory would give the series a 3-0 edge and position the team to complete a sweep on Sunday. Conversely, a 76ers win would prevent a nightmarish 0-3 deficit and keep the series competitive, echoing their first-round comeback.
Official Announcements
The schedule lists the game’s venue, broadcast partner (Amazon Prime Video), and ticket distribution through StubHub. No additional statements from team officials were provided in the source material.
Analyst Concerns
Commentary highlights uncertainty surrounding Embiid’s availability, noting that his absence could shift odds in favor of New York. Knicks injuries to Hart, Anunoby, and Robinson also raise questions about depth. Betting lines are close, with the Knicks listed as slight underdogs.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the scheduled start time: one reports 7 p.m. ET, another lists 8 p.m. ET. No clarification is offered, leaving the exact kickoff time unresolved.
What’s Next
If the series continues, Game 4 is anticipated for Sunday in Philadelphia, offering the Knicks a chance to close the series or the 76ers an opportunity to narrow the margin.
