The New York Knicks have advanced to the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs after defeating the Atlanta Hawks, and the schedule is finally fixed.
Exact game times and TV channels were made public, and New York is all set, as they wait for the next game winner between Boston and Philadelphia.
Jayson Tatum Injury Update Shifts Game 7 Odds Against Celtics
GettyBoston Celtics star Jayson Tatum during the playoffs as concerns grow over his availability and health entering Game 7.
Before the Knicks can circle their opponent, tonight’s Celtics vs. 76ers Game 7 carries major implications. Jayson Tatum has been downgraded to questionable with left knee stiffness, a significant blow for Boston heading into an elimination game.
Meanwhile, Joel Embiid is listed as probable for Philadelphia giving the 76ers a massive health advantage heading into the deciding matchup.
Why the New York Knicks Should Root for the Philadelphia 76ers
GettyJalen Brunson of the New York Knicks during an NBA game.
New York’s best bet is to lean on Philadelphia tonight, and if the Celtics get through, they will be the ones having home court advantage in Round 2 so the Knicks will be playing at home. The Madison Square Garden is a real weapon for this team and giving up this advantage even before the game starts is unnecessary.
76ers also present a more favorable matchup here. Philadephia’s primary weapons are Embiid and Maxey handling the pick-and-roll. Defense-wise both are very beatable for Knicks.
Celtics however, this season, on average, they took 41.8 three-pointers a game and as we all know they have the potential of blowing up any team.
Karl-Anthony Towns Is the Ultimate Weapon Against Either Opponent
GettyKarl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks is the ultimate weapon for round two.
Whoever New York faces, Karl-Anthony Towns will be the difference-maker. In Round 1 against Atlanta, KAT averaged 18.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, and six assists per game while shooting 56.9% from the field.
His ability to stretch the floor, punish mismatches, and facilitate from the elbow makes him unguardable for either the Celtics or the 76ers. With Jalen Brunson running the show alongside him, the Knicks have the firepower to go deep in May.
Jayesh Pagar Jayesh Pagar is a writer at Heavy Sports, covering the New York Knicks and other NBA teams. He brings four years of experience across digital sports media, including NBA, WNBA, college basketball, and college football. He covered as the Knicks beat writer for ONSI and has written for PFSN, Sporting News, and ClutchPoints. More about Jayesh Pagar
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Knicks vs Celtics/Sixers: Round 2 Dates and Streaming Info Revealed
The New York Knicks have advanced to the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs after defeating the Atlanta Hawks, and the schedule is finally fixed.Exact game times and TV channels were made public, and New York is all set, as they wait for the next game winner between Boston and Philadelphia.New York Knicks Round 2 […]
Knicks vs Celtics/Sixers: Round 2 Dates and Streaming Info Revealed