The New York Knicks are heading to Philadelphia with a golden opportunity, but they might have to do it shorthanded. After taking a commanding 2-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Knicks face the 76ers in Game 3 on Friday night—and the injury report has some big names listed as questionable.
OG Anunoby and Josh Hart headline the Knicks' concerns. Anunoby is dealing with a right hamstring strain, an injury he suffered in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's Game 2 win. If he's sidelined, it would mark his first missed game of the playoffs. Hart, meanwhile, is nursing a thumb sprain from that same game, putting his status in doubt as well.
These two are more than just role players—they're the backbone of New York's defensive identity and hustle plays. Losing either one would be a serious blow, especially on the road against a desperate 76ers team looking to avoid a 3-0 hole.
On the bright side, Mitchell Robinson is listed as probable after missing Game 2 with an illness. His presence in the paint could be crucial if the Knicks need to lean on their interior defense. If Anunoby or Hart can't go, expect Miles McBride, Jordan Clarkson, and Landry Shamet to see increased minutes off the bench.
The Knicks have been riding high behind Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, but injuries can shift momentum in a hurry. Friday's Game 3 tips off at 7:00 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video, and all eyes will be on the Knicks' lineup before tip.
Whether you're a Knicks fan hoping for a sweep or a neutral just enjoying the playoff intensity, this series is heating up. Stay tuned to see if New York can hold it together—or if Philadelphia will seize the moment and claw back into the series.
