Knicks Take 3-0 Series Lead As New York Fans Celebrate In Philadelphia

BusinessSportsMoneyKnicks Take 3-0 Series Lead As New York Fans Celebrate In PhiladelphiaByTim Casey,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tim Casey is a reporter who covers basketball and sports business.Follow AuthorMay 09, 2026, 12:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 08: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter in Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 08, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe Philadelphia 76ers tried to keep New York Knicks fans out of Xfinity Mobile Arena Friday night. They restricted sales on Ticketmaster to people within the Philadelphia area. They donated 500 tickets to local organizations, too.Still, plenty of Knicks supporters attended Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, made their presence felt and left elated after New York’s 108-94 victory put New York up three games to none. The 76ers are facing a tall task, as no NBA team has overcome a 0-3 deficit to win a series.On Sunday afternoon, the Knicks will look to complete a sweep of a seven-game series for just the third time in franchise history and first time since 1999 when they defeated the Atlanta Hawks in the conference semifinals. They are also aiming to advance to the conference finals for the second consecutive season after not making it that far since 2000.During Friday’s game, Knicks fans chanted “MVP” when star guard Jalen Brunson shot free throws and “(Expletive) Embiid” at 76ers center Joel Embiid. They even screamed “Deuce” when guard...