NBA Second‑Round Picks: Knicks vs. 76ers Split
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- Joel Embiid is assumed to stay healthy enough for the series, a risky premise behind Botkin’s 76ers‑in‑7 prediction.
- New York Knicks are favored by four experts (Gonzalez, Herbert, Maloney, Quinn) who cite their defensive edge and momentum after eliminating Atlanta.
- Tyrese Maxey is described as built for the series and likely to dominate the Garden, according to Botkin.
- Karl‑Anthony Towns presents a new defensive puzzle for Philadelphia, noted by Quinn as a factor that could draw Embiid out of the paint.
- Second‑round action starts Monday night, marking the beginning of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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