Knicks vs 76ers Stats: Can Embiid Lead Philly Back in Game 6?
The New York Knicks (3-2) have a chance to clinch a series upset against the Philadelphia 76ers (2-3) in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference first-round matchup tonight! Tip-off is at 9:00 PM ET at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. Despite leading the series, the Knicks are underdogs (+131) on the road, with the 76ers favored on the NBA betting lines by 3.5 points. Will key stats and trends favor the Knicks in their pursuit of a series victory, or will the 76ers force a Game 7? Check out our Knicks vs 76ers stats to see who emerges victorious!
Knicks vs 76ers Odds Stats
| BET | New York Knicks (NY) | Philadelphia 76ers (PHI) |
|---|---|---|
| Money line | +131 | -157 |
| Spread | +3.5 | -3.5 |
| Total | 198.5 | |
Knicks vs 76ers Betting Stats
In a closely contested matchup, the Knicks led the 76ers 70-69 heading into the final quarter thanks to a strong second period. Philadelphia edged out New York with a 28-27 fourth quarter to secure a 112-106 victory. Also, despite entering the game as +4 underdogs, the 76ers covered the spread, and both teams combined for 218 points, surpassing the over/under line of 203.5. Philadelphia’s defense limited the Knicks to 27.8% shooting from three-point range. In fact, holding them to 10 made threes, below their season average. Jalen Brunson shone for the Knicks, scoring 40 points with four threes, while Tyrese Maxey excelled for the 76ers, scoring 46 points including seven threes at a 58.3% on the NBA standings clip from beyond the arc.
New York Knicks
The Knicks, at 50-32 overall, are second in the Eastern Conference, with a 35-17 record against Eastern teams and a 12-5 in their division. On the road, they’ve posted a 24-19 record and today are 3.5-point underdogs, maintaining an 18-19 ATS record in such situations. Their overall ATS record stands at 47-39, with Jalen Brunson averaging 34.4 points and 8.4 assists over the last five games.
Recently, the Knicks lost 112-106 to the 76ers, surpassing the over/under line of 203.5 with a total of 218 points, pushing their season O/U record to 39-47-1 with today’s line at 198.5. Despite their slow pace of 94.8 possessions per game, they average 112.8 points, ranked 19th in the NBA. Defensively, they excel, allowing only 108.1 points per game, the fourth-best in the league, underscoring their strong position in NBA team rankings. This defensive strength is crucial as they navigate the high stakes of the playoffs.
Philadelphia 76ers
The 76ers stand at 47-35, ranking 7th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division, with a solid 31-21 record against Eastern teams. For example, at home, they have a 27-17 record with an average scoring margin of +4.7. And then, as favorites, their ATS record is 35-19, and their season’s O/U record is 46-42, with games averaging 225.2 points—well over today’s line of 198.5. Their latest 112-106 victory over the Knicks,. Tyrese Maxey’s impressive average of 32.4 points in recent games.
Defensively, the 76ers excel, ranking 9th in the NBA by limiting opponents to 111.2 points per game, improving to 106.4 points in their last five matches. Their defense is a cornerstone in NBA team rankings, supported by their top ranks in steals (3rd) and blocks (5th). This effectiveness extends to their disciplined play, ranking 4th in the fewest fouls per game. Offensively, Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid lead, with Embiid averaging 34.7 points this season.
Game Information
- Game: New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers
- Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia PA
- Thursday, May 2nd 9:00 ET
- Free Live Stream: LiveSports.watch
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Betting Picks
- OU Over 198.5 -112
- ML: Knicks +131
- ATS: Knicks +3.5
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