Knicks fight through foul trouble, beat Joel Embiid-less 76ers to take 2-0 series lead
By C.J. Holmes
Published on May 7, 2026.
The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 108-102 in Game 2, taking a 2-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals bracket. Despite Joel Embiid being out for the game due to injury, the Knicks managed to fight through foul trouble and a lack of star player. Despite Mitchell Robinson being a late scratch due to illness, the team overcame foul trouble to win. All Knicks starters finished in double figures, including Jalen Brunson, who scored 26 points and six assists. The series will continue on Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
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