The NBA playoffs are heating up as the New York Knicks rally for a frantic win over the Philadelphia 76ers, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. However, the victory has been marred by controversy, with the 76ers filing a grievance over the officiating of the first two games.
Game Recap
The game between the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers took place on Tuesday, 23 April 2024 at Madison Square Garden, New York. The Knicks managed to edge out the 76ers with a final score of 104-101. The Knicks’ victory was a team effort, with Jalen Brunson scoring 24 points and Josh Hart adding 15 points. On the other side, Tyrese Maxey of the 76ers put up an impressive performance with 35 points
Controversy Over Officiating
The 76ers have announced their plans to file a grievance over the officiating of the first two games of the series They argue that they have been disadvantaged more than any other team in the league when it comes to officiating so far in the playoffs The controversy reached a peak in the final moments of Game 2, where the 76ers’ request for a timeout was allegedly ignored, leading to a turnover and a go-ahead three-pointer by the Knicks.
Looking Ahead
Despite the controversy and the 2-0 deficit, the 76ers remain optimistic about their chances in the series. Star center Joel Embiid expressed his confidence after the loss, stating, “We’re gonna win this series. We’re gonna win this. We know what we’ve got to fix. We did a better job today, so we’re gonna fix it. We’re the better team and we’re gonna keep fighting”.
The series will continue with Game 3 on Thursday, with the Knicks traveling to Philadelphia. It remains to be seen how the controversy over officiating will impact the rest of the series