New data reveals that New York Knicks fans will significantly impact Games 3 and 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Joel Embiid has expressed concerns about the Knicks' loyal fanbase taking over the venue.
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A new report reveals that Joel Embiidâs worst nightmare will become a reality because New York Knicks fans are set to arrive in force for Games 3 and 4 of their series against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Yes, the Knicks have not won an NBA championship since the early 70s. And since that time, they have had many rough seasons. However, despite the poor treatment their fanbase has endured over the last 40 years, there is no better, more loyal fanbase than Knicks fans â and they travel.
New York is one of the few teams where fans of the franchise can be found in nearly every city, and in some places, they take over the arena. Cities like Washington, DC, Miami, Atlanta, and Philadelphia can be like second homes for Knicks players. That is why Joel Embiid implored Sixers fans not to allow NYC diehards to take over their home arena as they did two years ago during the playoffs.
Well, it seems like his plea to get all the home support he can hasnât worked out. According to third-party ticket seller TickPick, 59% of tickets purchased on their site for Game 3 have come from New York and New Jersey, while 22% have come from Pennsylvania. The data is even worse for Game 4, with 66% coming from New York and New Jersey.
While exact numbers are not specified, reports indicate that Knicks fans are set to arrive in large numbers for Games 3 and 4.
Joel Embiid urged Sixers fans to prevent Knicks fans from taking over their home arena, recalling a similar situation from two years ago.
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It must be noted that there are a ton of 76ers fans in New Jersey since Philadelphia is right on the border of NJ and PA. Plus, it isnât outlandish to think there are Philly fans in Gotham. However, it could also be said that there is a good amount of Knicks fans in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Viewers wonât really know if Knicks fans take over Xfinity Mobile Arena for Games 3 and 4 until Friday and Sunday. However, based on these numbers, previous history, and the 76ers being down 2-0 in the series, it is not a good sign for Embiid and his teammates this week.
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