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After nearly surviving Joel Embiid’s 50-point explosion on Thursday, the New York Knicks will try to beat the Philadelphia 76ers again in Game 4.
The Knicks lost 125-114 two nights ago but were in the game until the last minute despite Embiid’s spectacular night. New York will feel confident of its chance of a victory when they meet again on Sunday.
The 76ers needed every bit of Embiid’s output to turn back the stubborn Knicks. They will need “The Process” to sustain his form and then hope the rest of the roster also punch in their weight to tie the series. The reigning MVP has been ruled questionable but is expected to suit up for his team.
Jalen Brunson had his best game of the series but couldn’t carry his team to the finish line.
Donte DiVincenzo, after nailing the go-ahead basket in Game 2, was out of his element in their previous game. He has to get his stroke back or the Knicks will be in big trouble.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers: Preview, prediction and betting tips
The Wells Fargo Center will host Game 4 of the series between the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers. ABC will air the game as it happens while basketball fans can also stream the action by subscribing to the NBA League Pass.
Moneyline: Knicks (+155) vs 76ers (-185)
Spread: Knicks (+4.5) vs. 76ers (-4.5)
Total (O/U): Knicks (o208.5 -110) vs. 76ers (u208.5 -110)
Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of the writing.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers: Game preview
The New York Knicks had to be wondering how they would have fared in Game 3 if Joel Embiid had not taken out Mitchell Robinson.
“The Process” likely escaped an ejection after pulling down Robinson who was attempting a dunk. Instead of getting tossed, New York’s center sprained his ankle and the Knicks were without their best Embiid defender.
Robinson is questionable and if he’s not cleared to play, New York’s frontline will be badly undersized against the Philly behemoth. How the Knicks will adjust to that could determine how Sunday will end for them.
The Philadelphia 76ers sank 15-of-31 3-pointers (48.4%) in Game 3. They will be tough to beat if they can sustain that form as it will be almost impossible for the Knicks to double-team Embiid.
If they struggle from deep, the 76ers have to find a way to score in the paint, an area dominated by the undersized Knicks.
The Sixers might be in trouble if they can’t get another explosive night from the reigning MVP.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers: Starting lineups, subs and rotations
F - O.G. Anunoby, C - Isaiah Hartenstein, PG - Jalen Brunson, SG - Josh Hart and SG - Donte DiVincenzo will start for the New York Knicks.
Precious Achiuwa might be the first off the bench to relieve Hartenstein. Bojan Bogdanovic could also come in early if DiVincenzo’s stroke remains off.
PF - Tobias Harris, C - Joel Embiid, PG - Kyle Lowry, PG - Tyrese Maxey and SG - Kelly Oubre Jr. will likely line up to tip off for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Cam Payne, who came off the bench in Game 3 to give the 76ers a big lift, might be Nick Nurse’s first substitution. Nic Batum is also an option to help with the playmaking and add size to Philly’s wings.
Editor’s Note: These are predicted starting lineups, which could change depending on the availability of players uncertain to play.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers: Betting tips
Joel Embiid has a 33.5 over/under points prop in Game 4. “The Process” goes to the free throw line 15 times per game on average. Together with his usual ways of piling up the points, betting on over might be the sensible thing to do.
Before Game 3, Jalen Brunson couldn’t get past 25 points for the Knicks in the series. While he had a 39-point explosion, that might be an outlier as the 76ers have done an impressive job of containing him. He might not get past 32 points in Game 4.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers: Prediction
The momentum has slightly shifted in the Philadelphia 76ers’ favor after the Game 3 win.
It might be all they need to repeat in Game 4 and even the series. The Knicks will not roll over and likely push the 76ers to the end and cover the spread.
