The Knicks visit the 76ers for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, with New York leading 2-0. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)
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A pair of crucial Game 3s await on Prime Video, as the Philadelphia 76ers play host to the New York Knicks (7:00 p.m. ET), followed by the San Antonio Spurs visiting the Minnesota Timberwolves (9:30 p.m. ET)!
What we know about Friday’s games:
The Knicks look to gain a commanding 3-0 lead when they take on the Sixers in Philadelphia for Game 3. They’ll have to do so without OG Anunoby, who’s been ruled out with a hamstring injury he suffered in Game 2’s victory on Wednesday. Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges and Miles McBride will be called upon to replace Anunoby’s 21.4 points per game. Joel Embiid (ankle, hip) is listed as questionable for the 76ers after missing Wednesday’s loss.
With their series tied 1-1, the Timberwolves welcome the Spurs to town as the Western Conference Semifinals shift to Minnesota. San Antonio dominated Game 2 after securing a 24-point lead at halftime, so expect the Wolves to try and set the tone early in front of their home crowd. Anthony Edwards (knee) and Ayo Dosunmu (Achilles) are both questionable, but all signs point to Ant suiting up for the third straight contest.
MAY 8, 2026 / 6:00 ET
Tonight’s injury report
NYK @ PHI — Josh Hart (thumb) and Mitchell Robinson (illness) are available, while OG Anunoby (hamstring) is out for the Knicks.
Joel Embiid (ankle, hip) is questionable to play for the 76ers.
SAS @ MIN — Anthony Edwards (knee) and Ayo Dosunmu (Achilles) are both questionable to suit up for the Timberwolves.