The New York Knicks narrowly avoided defeat in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers, leading to a surge of emotions from both sides. A sequence of questionable calls in the final 47.3 seconds of the game played a pivotal role in the outcome, as the Knicks overcame a five-point deficit to secure a 104-101 victory. The Philadelphia 76ers vehemently expressed their dissatisfaction with the officiating, particularly in the wake of the NBA’s two-minute report, which revealed several missed calls that could have swayed the game in their favor. The report ignited a strong reaction from Sixers coach Nick Nurse and star player Joel Embiid, who openly criticized the referees’ performance. In contrast, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau downplayed the significance of the two-minute report, emphasizing his team’s focus on the entirety of the game. Thibodeau highlighted the challenges faced by his star point guard, Jalen Brunson, who has been a topic of discussion regarding officiating throughout the season. Meanwhile, the 76ers have taken decisive action by filing a grievance with the NBA over the officiating in Game 2, a move that is likely to be met with skepticism given the precedent for such actions. Despite the controversy, both teams will shift their attention to Game 3, scheduled for Thursday night, where the Knicks aim to extend their lead in the series, and the 76ers seek redemption and a tie in the series.