Date/Time: Mon, Nov 5 / 07:10:00 PM ET, Wachovia Center, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaFor the first time in 13 years, the New York Knicks are perfect after two games. But that could change this Monday night when the Knicks face the Atlantic Division-rival Philadelphia 76ers (1-1) in the second home-and-home game set to take place at the Wachovia center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The game marks the second time in two days the two teams meet on the court. The Knicks, who haven't won two straight to start a season since 1999-00, kicked off the 2012 NBA Season with a 104-84 win over the defending NBA champion Miami Heat. Just one day ago, New York stretched its winning record after beating the Sixers 100-84 in the first home-to-home game held at Madison Square Garden.
Despite having a home advantage, Philadelphia needs to double its effort and reinforce their defense to put a stop on New York’s winning streak. The Sixers opened the season with a solid home win against Denver, scoring 21 fast-break points and holding the Nuggets to 37% shooting.
Things changed drastically on Sunday, and Philadelphia simply couldn’t handle the Knicks. The Sixers' only lead was 2-0 and they made only 43% of their shots. In contrast, New York made over 50% of their shots and scored 11-of-27 3-pointers after hitting 19-of-36 attempts versus the Miami Heat.
Forward Carmelo Anthony had 27 points, while JR Smith scored another 20 for the Knicks. In addition, Jason Kidd closed the night with 12 points and six assists, and Raymond Felton added 11. Philadelphia’s Jrue Holiday had 27 points and seven assists for the 76ers, who will try to even the series this Monday night. Evan Turner had 11 points and 11 rebounds, and Thaddeus Young scored 16 points before fouling out.
The 76ers will hit the road for three games against New Orleans, Boston and Toronto after tonight's bout with New York. Meanwhile, the Knicks will head back to the Big Apple following tonight's game and are slated to host Dallas on Friday.
Game Odds:
New York Knicks: +2.5-110, ML +125
Philadelphia 76ers: -2.5-110, ML -145
Game Total: 184.5, o/u-110
Philadelphia lost two of three games vs. the New York Knicks last season and is only 3-8 in the previous 11 matchups in this series. The Knicks have won four of five games at the Wells Fargo Center; all decided by five points or fewer, including an 82-79 New York win on March 21st.
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