The 76ers, led by a healthy Joel Embiid, are set to face a tough challenge against the second-seeded Knicks in the NBA playoffs first-round series beginning Saturday. Despite Embiid's previous absence due to a knee injury, he returned to help Philadelphia secure the No. 7 seed by defeating the Heat in the play-in tournament. The Knicks hold a 3-1 season series lead over the Sixers, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.

By the Numbers
  • Embiid averaged 34.7 points and 11 rebounds in 39 games this season.
  • Knicks won the season series against the Sixers 3-1.
  • The last time the Sixers and Knicks met in a postseason series was in 1989, with New York sweeping Philadelphia.
Yes, But

The Knicks will need to find a way to contain Embiid's dominance with their centers Robinson and Hartenstein.

State of Play
  • 76ers secured the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference.
  • The game between Sixers and Knicks will be aired on ESPN and can be streamed on Sling.
What's Next

The series between the 76ers and Knicks promises to be a thrilling battle, with both teams aiming to advance in the playoffs with their star players leading the charge.

Bottom Line

The 76ers' healthy roster, led by Embiid, faces off against the Knicks in a highly anticipated playoff series, setting the stage for an intense showdown between two competitive teams with a history of rivalry.