| The Philadelphia 76ers entered their Christmas Day matinee at Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks having won seven straight games, all at home. They can now add an eighth victory to that list. Led by a dominant fourth quarter, the 76ers (20-12) defeated the Knicks (18-16), 119-112. | |
| Joel Embiid led the way with 35 points and eight rebounds, while James Harden added 29 points and 13 assists in another dazzling performance. They got a boost off the bench from Georges Niang, who nailed four 3s in the fourth quarter to finish with 16 points. | |
| The Knicks have now lost three straight games following an eight-game unbeaten run. Julius Randle matched Embiid with 35 points. | |
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