The NBA Playoffs are heating up, and Monday night brings a heavyweight showdown as the New York Knicks take on the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference second-round series. This is a matchup packed with star power and plenty of postseason drama.
The third-seeded Knicks enter the series riding high after a dominant 51-point victory over the Hawks in Game 6 to close out their first-round series. On the other side, the seventh-seeded 76ers are fresh off a historic comeback, rallying from a 3-1 deficit to finally conquer the Celtics in a thrilling seven-game series. Both teams have momentum, but only one can take the first step toward the conference finals.
If you're ready to catch every dunk, block, and buzzer-beater, here's everything you need to know for Monday's tip-off.
Game Details:
- Matchup: New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers, Game 1
- Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
How to Watch:
The game will be broadcast nationally on NBC. If you're streaming, you can catch all the action live on Peacock, which also offers coverage of the NFL, Premier League soccer, Olympic events, and more. Whether you're tuning in from the couch or hosting a watch party, make sure your game-day gear is ready to match the intensity on the court.
For those tracking the full playoff picture, stay tuned for updated brackets and key offseason dates as the postseason unfolds.