Donte DiVincenzo dished ball for Brunson's three-pointer and hit game-winning shot over Nicolas Batum
Isaiah Hartenstein secures offensive rebound after DiVincenzo misses go-ahead shot
Jalen Brunson sinks crucial three-pointer with 30 seconds left on clock
New York Knicks secure victory in Game 2 against Philadelphia 76ers with dramatic comeback
OG Anunoby hits game-tying jumper from resulting possession
Tyrese Maxey blocked by Hartenstein on game-winning layup attempt
In an electrifying turn of events, the New York Knicks snatched victory from the jaws of defeat in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference Quarterfinals series against the Philadelphia 76ers. With just seconds remaining on the clock and a five-point deficit, a series of dramatic plays unfolded that left fans at Madison Square Garden breathless.
The Knicks' comeback began with Jalen Brunson, who managed to sink a crucial three-pointer with 30 seconds left on the clock. The momentum shifted when Isaiah Hartenstein secured an offensive rebound after DiVincenzo missed his own go-ahead shot. OG Anunoby was then able to hit a game-tying jumper from the resulting possession.
The tension reached its peak as Tyrese Maxey attempted a go-ahead layup, but Hartenstein blocked his shot, securing the Knicks' victory and giving them a commanding 2-0 lead in the series.
Donte DiVincenzo played a pivotal role in this thrilling finish. He dished the ball to Brunson for the first crucial three-pointer, and later hit the game-winning shot over Nicolas Batum with just 13.1 seconds remaining.
The Knicks' victory was a testament to their resilience and determination, as they overcame a late deficit in dramatic fashion. The series now shifts to Philadelphia for Game 3, where the Knicks will look to extend their lead.
Donte DiVincenzo dished the ball to Jalen Brunson for a 3-pointer that shrunk the deficit to two points with 30 seconds left in regulation.
Isaiah Hartenstein grabbed the offensive board and passed to OG Anunoby, who found DiVincenzo at the top of the arc for a game-winning 25-foot jumper with 13.1 seconds left.
The author uses inflammatory rhetoric by using the phrase 'playoff magic' and 'thrilling Game 2 win!' multiple times. She also makes a dichotomous depiction by contrasting the Knicks' low win probability with their eventual victory.
> The Knicks had a win probability of just 4% and needed a little bit of playoff magic to defeat the Philadelphia 76ers.
, The Knicks are the fourth team in the past 25 seasons to win a playoff game after trailing by at least five points in the final 30 seconds of regulation. They are the first to win in regulation.
That celebration also spilled over to the internet, where Patrick Mahomes, Russell Wilson and other famous NBA fans shared their thoughts on the Knicks’ late-game heroics.
Bro this game is crazy!!!!!! #NBAPlayoffs
Oh MY! What a wild 30 Seconds!!! This is a great game! @NYKnicks vs @Sixers
Donte DiVincenzo made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 13 seconds remaining to give the Knicks a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series against the 76ers.
Isaiah Hartenstein grabbed the rebound after DiVincenzo missed a go-ahead 3-pointer and passed it to OG Anunoby, who hit a game-tying jumper.
Hartenstein blocked Tyrese Maxey’s drive in the final seconds, securing the Knicks victory.
The Knicks trailed by five points with less than 30 seconds remaining before staging a stunning rally to win.
