The Philadelphia 76ers fought until the final buzzer Wednesday night, but the New York Knicks held on for a 108-102 victory in Game 2 of the playoff series.
Philadelphia kept things close deep into the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit late and giving fans hope for another comeback run, but missed opportunities and key Knicks baskets down the stretch proved costly.
Despite the loss, the Sixers showed flashes of resilience throughout the night. The team battled through physical defense, kept the game within reach, and refused to fold even as the Knicks controlled portions of the second half.
Now heading back toward Philadelphia, the series is far from over.
Fans inside the Delaware Valley are still confident the Sixers can respond on their home court, where the atmosphere is expected to be electric. With adjustments likely coming and the pressure beginning to shift, Game 3 could become a turning point in the series.
The Knicks now take a 2-0 series lead after the 108-102 win, but Philadelphia remains very much alive as the battle heads back to Philly.
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