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MarketWatchMSG Sports Shares Rise as Knicks Reach NBA Finals
Shares of MSG Sports climbed after the Knicks advanced to the NBA Finals. The stock had already gained 39 percent this year and 88 percent over the prior twelve months before the playoff result.
nypost.comCavaliers Defeat Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to Reach Eastern Conference Finals
The Cleveland Cavaliers eliminated the Detroit Pistons with a 125-94 victory in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Sunday night. Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points to lead Cleveland, which will face the New York Knicks starting Tuesday.
nypost.comKnicks Fans Name Dogs After Team Captain Ahead of Conference Finals
Several New York Knicks supporters have named their dogs after point guard Jalen Brunson. The pets react to the player's name during games and will watch the Eastern Conference finals.
nypost.comCavaliers Rally to Beat Pistons in Overtime, Take 3-2 Series Lead
The Cleveland Cavaliers overcame a nine-point deficit in the final minutes of regulation to defeat the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime on Wednesday. James Harden scored 30 points and Donovan Mitchell added 21 as Cleveland seized a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals…
nypost.comKnicks Lead 76ers 3-0 Entering Game 4 of Eastern Conference Semifinals
The New York Knicks hold a 3-0 series lead over the Philadelphia 76ers and can advance to the Eastern Conference finals with a victory in Game 4 on Sunday. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks to a 108-94 win in Game 3 despite the return of Joel Embiid. Oddsmakers list the Knicks as 1.5-…
nypost.comThunder Defeat Lakers 131-108 in Game 3 to Take 3-0 Series Lead
The Oklahoma City Thunder outscored the Los Angeles Lakers 74-49 in the second half en route to a 131-108 victory on Saturday in Los Angeles. The win puts the Lakers one loss from elimination in the best-of-seven series, with no team in NBA history having overcome a 3-0 deficit.…
nypost.comGuard Posts 31 Points in Game 2 After Poor Game 1 Shooting in Oklahoma Return
A guard born and raised in Arkansas struggled in Game 1 of a Western Conference semifinal series, shooting 3-of-16 for eight points. He responded with a playoff career-high 31 points in Game 2 while recording five turnovers and arguing with officials. The team dropped both games…
nypost.comSpurs Hold Off Timberwolves 115-108 in Game 3 as Wembanyama Scores 39, Edwards Adds 32
Victor Wembanyama posted 39 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 on May 8, 2026 in Minneapolis. The Spurs won their second straight game after dropping the series opener and never trailed…
nypost.comKnicks Take 3-0 Lead Over 76ers While Mystics Spoil Toronto Tempo’s WNBA Debut
The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 108-94 in Game 3 of their playoff series on May 8, 2026, extending their winning streak to six games. Jalen Brunson scored 32 points as the Knicks rallied from an early deficit. In the WNBA, the Washington Mystics edged the expa…
The Boston GlobeKnicks Take 3-0 Lead Over 76ers With 109-94 Game 3 Victory
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and the Knicks pulled away in the fourth quarter to defeat the 76ers 109-94 on Friday night in Philadelphia, taking a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Mikal Bridges added 23 points while Joel Embiid had 18 in his return from injury for…
nypost.comKnicks Forward OG Anunoby Has Hamstring Strain
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby has been diagnosed with a right hamstring strain and is listed as questionable for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers. The injury comes after Anunoby averaged 21.4 points per game in the postseason. Swingm…
Fox NewsPhiladelphia 76ers Rally from 3-1 Deficit to Win NBA Playoff Series Over Boston Celtics in Game 7
The Boston Celtics suffered a first-round playoff exit after blowing a 3-1 series lead to the Philadelphia 76ers, who advanced despite playing half the series without MVP Joel Embiid. Jaylen Brown criticized Embiid as a 'flopper' in postgame comments and later targeted media clic…
yardbarker.comKnicks Defeat 76ers in 2024 Playoff First Round, Powered by Josh Hart's Game 6 Heroics
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart delivered standout performances in the 2024 first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers, leading in rebounds and contributing significantly in scoring and assists. His efforts helped the Knicks reach the second round for the fourth st…
yardbarker.comJosh Hart Expects More Three-Point Attempts in Knicks-76ers Playoff Rematch
New York Knicks forward Josh Hart discussed his shooting strategy ahead of the Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Philadelphia 76ers. He referenced past matchups and his performance statistics. The series features local connections including former Knicks player Quen…
winnipegfreepress.comDetroit Pistons Defeat Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7 to Advance in 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Detroit Pistons secured a 116-94 victory over the Orlando Magic in Game 7 of the first-round 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 2026, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. Fans chanted 'Angel Reese' during the game, targeting Magic center Wendell Carter Jr., amid context inv…
gamereactor.euLos Angeles Lakers Enter Western Conference Semifinals as +945 Underdogs
The Los Angeles Lakers are listed as +945 underdogs in their 2026 Western Conference semifinals series, marking the largest such odds in franchise history. The series begins on May 3, 2026, with Game 1 favoring the opposing team by 16 points. The Lakers advanced after defeating t…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewRockets Coach Udoka Criticizes Team After OT Loss to Lakers
Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka sharply criticized his team's performance following a late-game collapse in their 112-108 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of the first-round playoff series. The defeat left the Rockets in a 3-0 series deficit despite leading by si…
National Basketball Association / Wikimedia (Public domain)Knicks Coach Mike Brown Defends Rotations Ahead of Game 3 Against Hawks
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown addressed his rotation decisions following a close Game 2 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. He expressed comfort with his players while noting that adjustments remain possible in the playoffs. The series shifts to Atlanta for Game 3 on Thursday.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewCelebrities Attend NBA Playoff Game 2 Between Lakers and Rockets in Los Angeles
Numerous celebrities gathered courtside for Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers on April 22, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena. Attendees included actors, musicians, and athletes watching Kevin Durant and LeBron James play. nypost.com repo…