The bad blood that fuels what promises to be a ferocious Knicks-Sixers duel
The Knicks and 76ers are set to face off in a heated Eastern Conference semifinal matchup, fueled by recent on-court tensions and playoff history. The rivalry intensifies with key players like Joel Embiid and Jalen Brunson leading their respective teams. Emotions are further heightened by the broader regional sports rivalries involving New York and Philadelphia.
- ▪Joel Embiid tangled with the Knicks' Mitchell Robinson in a game on January 24, 2026.
- ▪The Knicks were guaranteed to face a rival regardless of whether the 76ers or Celtics advanced.
- ▪The matchup revives memories of a recent playoff series between the Knicks and 76ers.
- ▪Jalen Brunson and Joel Embiid are central figures in this high-stakes series.
- ▪Regional sports rivalries between New York and Philadelphia add extra intensity to the game.
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beyond the back page The bad blood that fuels what promises to be a ferocious Knicks-Sixers duel By Ryan Dunleavy Published May 4, 2026, 7:40 a.m. ET Joel Embiid gets tangled up with the Knicks' Mitchell Robinson on Jan. 24, 2026. Getty Images For fans of the Yankees and Jets, Boston is public enemy No. 1. For fans of the Mets and Giants, Philadelphia is home to the bully around the block. For fans of the Knicks, both Amtrak cities spark emotions. No matter who won the 76ers-Celtics series, the Knicks were going to face a rival — and relive a recent playoff series — during the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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