Upgrade Your Fandom

Join the Ultimate Philadelphia 76ers Community for just $48 in your first year!

Join for $4/mo*

Game 2 gut punch leaves Sixers' season in peril

April 23, 2024

Apr 22, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) reacts after making a three point basket during the fourth quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

45 seconds away from a massive Game 2 victory, the Sixers managed to put together one of the most depressing losses in their tortured recent history, falling to the Knicks after an inbounds pass that will be yelled about in Philadelphia for years.
Just when you thought they couldn't surprise you anymore, the mad lads did it again! Let's dive in.
The main thing — 47 minutes of the right stuff
Over the weekend, the Sixers spent 48 hours hearing about everything they didn't do against the Knicks in Game 1. Mostly, they heard about New York beating them to every loose ball, every potential rebound, every 50/50 play that could have turned the game the other way.
On Monday night, they showed up re...

Limited-Time Intro Offer

Get Unlimited Access and Exclusive Perks for Just $48 in Your First Year!

This premium content is a PHLY Diehard exclusive

Join the Diehard community to gain instant access to this article and enjoy a special first-year offer!

Pay only $4 month for your first year (billed annually), then $6.67 a month in year two

As a PHLY Diehard, you'll gain:
Unlimited access to all premium articles

A free gift shirt of your choice from our store at sign-up

An ad-free site experience

20% off events and merchandise

Access to a community of passionate Philadelphia sports fans
Upgrade your fandom and transform
the way you follow your favorite teams!

Unlock this article now!

Already a Diehard?

Login