Will the Philadelphia 76ers Overcome the Knicks at Wells Fargo Center?

As the Philadelphia 76ers gear up to face the New York Knicks, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a riveting encounter at Wells Fargo Center. The 76ers, coming off an impressive victory in Game 3 of their post-season series on April 25th, where they outscored the Knicks with a final score of 125-114, are looking to capitalize on their home-court advantage once again.

The previous game saw the Philadelphia team dominate in several key areas. Their shooting was particularly effective; they boasted a field goal percentage of 55 percent and an even more impressive three-point percentage of 48 percent. This sharpshooting display was complemented by their prowess from the free-throw line, where they made an outstanding 85 percent of their shots.

Defensively, PHI also stepped up by blocking eight shots and stealing six times from NYK. Their defensive rating stood at a solid mark despite allowing over a hundred points, indicating that when it mattered most, they were able to get stops. On offense, their efficiency game score towered over that of NYK's with an imposing figure.

However, it would be remiss not to acknowledge that NYK is no pushover; in Game 1 on April 20th at Madison Square Garden, despite losing with a close scoreline of 111-104 against PHI, they showcased depth by scoring an impressive bench total of points which outshone PHI's bench production significantly.

Looking ahead to May's matchup between these two storied franchises – one must consider both teams' trajectories and capabilities demonstrated throughout this series. The Philadelphia squad has shown resilience and adaptability under pressure – traits necessary for any team aiming for post-season success.

With players like Joel Embiid leading from the front and setting examples both offensively and defensively – it’s clear that PHI has its sights set firmly on victory. They have consistently led for longer periods during games than NYK has managed thus far in this series which could play into psychological factors as well.

The upcoming game scheduled for May 2nd at Wells Fargo Center is poised to be another chapter in this intense rivalry. Fans can catch all action live starting at precisely one o'clock in the afternoon Eastern Time as these titans clash once more with everything on the line.