Knicks Fans Triumph in Game 6, Overcoming Hostile Environment and Sixers' Efforts to Limit Their Presence

Despite efforts by the 76ers' ownership to buy out tickets and prevent a Knicks takeover, New York fans dominated both in the stands and on the court, securing a victory and advancing to the second round.

Knicks fans filled the Wells Fargo Center, turning it into a de facto home game despite the 76ers' ownership purchasing 2,000 tickets to limit their presence.
The Knicks won 118-115 against the 76ers, advancing to the second round of the NBA playoffs for the first time since the 1999-2000 season.
Hostile interactions between fans escalated, with several incidents of violence and altercations reported during and after the game.
Post-game, some fans opted for organized confrontations like Oklahoma drills outside the arena, highlighting the intense rivalry.
The Sixers face a potential major overhaul in the offseason, while the Knicks prepare to face the Indiana Pacers in the upcoming round.