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Philadelphia 76ers Look to Joel Embiid for Stellar Performance Against New York Knicks

The Philadelphia 76ers are gearing up to face off against the New York Knicks in a highly anticipated game at the Wells Fargo Center. As the home team, the 76ers will have the advantage of playing in front of their passionate fans. All eyes will be on Joel Embiid as he looks to deliver a stellar performance and lead his team to victory.


NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 20: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round 1 Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 20, 2024 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.  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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE  (Photo Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

According to the latest betting data, the odds are in favor of the Philadelphia 76ers. Multiple sportsbooks, including MGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, SugarHouseNJ, PointsBet, Bet365NewJersey, and WilliamHillNewJersey, have listed the 76ers as the favorites to win with odds ranging from -200 to -217. On the other hand, the New York Knicks are considered underdogs with odds ranging from +164 to +180.


The consensus among bettors also leans towards a victory for the Philadelphia 76ers. The majority of bettors are placing their money on the 76ers to come out on top, with a bet percentage of 61% in favor of the home team.


NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 20: Kyle Lowry #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks during Round 1 Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 20, 2024 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.  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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE  (Photo Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

In terms of the spread, sportsbooks have set it at -5 or -5.5 points in favor of the Philadelphia 76ers. This means that for those betting on the 76ers to cover the spread, they would need to win by at least 6 points or more. Conversely, those betting on the New York Knicks would need them to either win outright or lose by less than 5 points.


The total points line for this game is set at around 207.5 or 208 points depending on the sportsbook. Bettors can wager on whether they believe the total combined score of both teams will be over or under that number.


NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 20: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game against the New York Knicks during Round 1 Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 20, 2024 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.  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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE  (Photo David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

It's worth noting that these odds and lines are subject to change leading up to the game. Fluctuations in the odds can occur due to various factors such as injuries, team performance, or betting trends. Bettors should stay updated with the latest information before placing their bets.


The Philadelphia 76ers will be looking to extend their dominance over the New York Knicks in this matchup. With Joel Embiid leading the charge, the 76ers will aim to capitalize on their home court advantage and secure another victory against their rivals.


Fans can catch all the action on ABC as the game is scheduled to take place on April 28th, 2024 at 1:00 PM Eastern Time at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. So mark your calendars and get ready for an exciting showdown between these two teams.

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