76ers Defeat Knicks 130-119 at Madison Square Garden
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Madison Square Garden
Philadelphia 76ers 130, New York Knicks 119, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks?
Philadelphia 76ers beat New York Knicks 130-119 at Madison Square Garden on January 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks?
New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
The Philadelphia 76ers secured a 130-119 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, marking their third consecutive win against the Knicks this season and extending their series lead to 3-0. This matchup showcased the ongoing rivalry between the two teams, with the 76ers having previously defeated the Knicks 116-107 on December 20, 2025, and 105-91 on April 1, 2025, in their last five encounters.
The Knicks entered the game with a home record of 23-12, but they have struggled recently, losing their last two games and holding a 6-4 record over their last ten. During this stretch, they averaged 119.6 points scored per game while allowing 120.1 points. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with notable losses to the Atlanta Hawks and the San Antonio Spurs, both of which were closely contested games.
On the other hand, the 76ers, with an away record of 19-14, have found some momentum, winning their last two games against the Dallas Mavericks and Memphis Grizzlies. They averaged 115.1 points scored and allowed 115.4 points over their last ten games. Their recent victories have bolstered their confidence, with the team showing resilience after a mixed bag of results earlier in the season.
In terms of injuries, the Knicks had two players listed as day-to-day: Mohamed Diawara, who is dealing with a finger issue, and Jalen Brunson, who is managing a wrist injury. The 76ers also had Kentavious Caldwell-Pope listed as day-to-day with a finger injury. The absence or limited availability of these players could have had an impact on the game dynamic.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Knicks favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 233.5. The odds reflected the expectations of a competitive game, although the 76ers ultimately outperformed these expectations, winning decisively.
The game conditions at Madison Square Garden were typical for a winter evening, with a lively crowd supporting the Knicks. The atmosphere was charged, and the fans were eager to see their team bounce back from recent setbacks.
As the game progressed, viewers witnessed key moments, including a crucial dunk by Joel Embiid assisted by VJ Edgecombe in the fourth quarter, which helped seal the victory for the 76ers. The Knicks attempted to rally with Jalen Brunson scoring a driving floating jump shot, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.
Ultimately, the 76ers' ability to execute in critical moments and their strong offensive performance were pivotal in securing the win. The Knicks will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they look to improve their standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NY -3.5 | 233.5 o -112 / u -108 | Philadelphia 76ers +145 · New York Knicks -175 |
Injury report
- Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
- Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
Leaders
- PointsJalen Brunson31New York Knicks
- AssistsOG Anunoby6New York Knicks
- ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns14New York Knicks
- PointsTyrese Maxey36Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsPaul George6Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsJoel Embiid10Philadelphia 76ers
Recent form
New York Knicks
Last 10: 6-4Streak L2119.6 scored · 120.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L99-111vs Atlanta HawksJan 3
- L132-134at San Antonio SpursJan 1
- W130-125at New Orleans PelicansDec 30
- W128-125at Atlanta HawksDec 28
- W126-124vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 25
- L104-115at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 24
- W132-125vs Miami HeatDec 21
- L107-116vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 20
- W114-113at Indiana PacersDec 19
- W124-113vs San Antonio SpursDec 17
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W2115.1 scored · 115.4 allowed per game3-3 away
- W123-108at Dallas MavericksJan 2
- W139-136at Memphis GrizzliesDec 31
- L104-129at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 28
- L102-109at Chicago BullsDec 27
- L106-114vs Brooklyn NetsDec 24
- W121-114vs Dallas MavericksDec 21
- W116-107at New York KnicksDec 20
- L117-120at Atlanta HawksDec 14
- W115-105vs Indiana PacersDec 13
- L108-112vs Los Angeles LakersDec 8
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Philadelphia 76ers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 49-90 | 38-89 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 17-36 | 16-40 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 40 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 27-32 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 47 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 30 |
| Assists | 25 | 23 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 10 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 32 |
| Fouls | 23 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 80 | 14 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter99-84Quentin Grimes makes 25-foot running jump shot (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 3rd Quarter99-85Miles McBride makes free throw 1 of 3
- 3rd Quarter99-86Miles McBride makes free throw 2 of 3
- 3rd Quarter99-87Miles McBride makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter99-89Karl-Anthony Towns makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter100-89Joel Embiid makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-91Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter103-91Jared McCain makes 22-foot three point jumper (Paul George assists)
- 4th Quarter103-93Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter103-94Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter105-94VJ Edgecombe makes running dunk (Paul George assists)
- 4th Quarter107-94Joel Embiid makes driving layup (VJ Edgecombe assists)
- 4th Quarter107-96Jalen Brunson makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter109-96Joel Embiid makes driving layup (Quentin Grimes assists)
- 4th Quarter110-96Joel Embiid makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter110-98Jalen Brunson makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter111-98Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-99OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-100OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-100Tyrese Maxey makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter115-100Tyrese Maxey makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter115-102Karl-Anthony Towns makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 4th Quarter115-103Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter118-103Tyrese Maxey makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter118-106OG Anunoby makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Mikal Bridges assists)
- 4th Quarter118-109Miles McBride makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mikal Bridges assists)
- 4th Quarter121-109Paul George makes 24-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter121-112Miles McBride makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 4th Quarter121-113OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-114OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter122-114Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter124-114Quentin Grimes makes layup (Paul George assists)
- 4th Quarter126-114VJ Edgecombe makes 1-foot driving dunk (Paul George assists)
- 4th Quarter126-115Jalen Brunson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter127-115VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-115VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-117Jalen Brunson makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter128-118Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-119Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter130-119Joel Embiid makes dunk (VJ Edgecombe assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours New York Knicks, below favours Philadelphia 76ers.
Venue
- Madison Square GardenNew York, NY
- Attendance19390
- OfficialsMarc Davis, Jenna Schroeder, Nate Green
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