Joel Embiid led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 125-114 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 3, reducing the Knicks' series lead to 2-1.

Embiid scored a career-high 50 points, showcasing a dominant performance despite pre-game uncertainty about his play due to health concerns.

The game featured a controversial moment when Embiid aggravated Mitchell Robinson's existing ankle injury, raising questions about the physicality of play.

The NBA has recognized that there were missed calls in the previous game, which negatively affected the 76ers, highlighting officiating as a series issue.

With Mitchell Robinson's status for Game 4 uncertain, the Knicks face challenges maintaining their lead, especially given the Sixers' strategy to exploit defensive weaknesses.

The series has been characterized by its physical intensity, with strategies focused on drawing fouls and the debate over the sportsmanship of certain plays.