The Philadelphia 76ers are facing their toughest test yet—a must-win Game 4 against the New York Knicks on Sunday afternoon. Down 3-0 in their Round 2 series, the Sixers are staring elimination in the face, but the team remains upbeat as they prepare to battle at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Head coach Nick Nurse has announced the starting five, and it's the lineup fans have been waiting for. Joel Embiid, who was listed as probable with right hip soreness, is good to go and will anchor the paint. Notably, the right ankle sprain that was a concern before Game 3 has been cleared from his injury report, giving the Sixers a major boost.
Joining Embiid in the starting lineup are Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, VJ Edgecombe, and Kelly Oubre Jr. This Big 3—Embiid, Maxey, and George—will need to be at their best to keep Philadelphia's season alive. The energy in South Philadelphia is expected to be electric as fans rally behind their team in this do-or-die matchup.
Tip-off is set for 3:30 p.m. EDT. Will the Sixers force a Game 5, or will the Knicks close out the series? All eyes are on the court.
