New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers injury report: Who’s playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 11, 2026) | NBA News – The Times of India
The New York Knicks face the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on February 11, 2026 in a game that could affect the Eastern Conference standings. New York is near the top of the Atlantic Division, while Philadelphia is trying to stay in the upper tier of the playoff picture.Both teams are managing injuries that may influence rotations and matchups. The Knicks are without an important defensive starter, and the 76ers are waiting on the availability of their leading scorer. With the regular season moving toward its final stretch, games like this carry added importance.
New York Knicks injury report and expected availability vs Philadelphia 76ers (February 11, 2026)
New York Knicks (34-20) enters the game with several players on the injury list. • OG Anunoby is out with a right-toe avulsion and has missed four straight games. He is averaging about 16.6 points and 5.5 rebounds in 41 starts. • Miles McBride is out after core-muscle surgery and is not expected back until the playoffs. His absence reduces backcourt depth. • Mitchell Robinson is listed day-to-day with an ankle issue but is expected to return after missing the previous game. • Josh Hart is day-to-day because of ankle management and is expected to play. • Karl-Anthony Towns is day-to-day with a minor eye issue and back soreness and is projected to start. He is averaging roughly 19-20 points and 11-12 rebounds.Mohamed Diawara, Pacôme Dadiet, Landry Shamet, and Jordan Clarkson are active.
Key rotation for the New York Knicks
Backcourt: Jalen Brunson, Tyler Kolek, Jordan Clarkson, Josh Hart, Landry ShametWings: Mikal Bridges, Mohamed Diawara, Pacôme DadietFrontcourt: Karl-Anthony Towns, Mitchell Robinson, Guerschon Yabusele, Ariel Hukporti76ers injury report and roster outlookPhiladelphia (30-23) has fewer injuries but faces uncertainty around Joel Embiid. • Embiid is questionable with right-knee tendinitis. He is averaging around 32-33 points, 11-12 rebounds, and 4-5 assists. • Dominick Barlow is questionable because of illness. • Quentin Grimes is also questionable with illness. • Andre Drummond, Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, Kelly Oubre Jr., Kyle Lowry, and the rest of the core are active. Adem Bona and Charles Bassey have filled minutes in the frontcourt when Embiid is unavailable.
Key rotation for the Philadelphia 76ers
Backcourt: Tyrese Maxey, Kyle Lowry, VJ Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes (if available)Wings: Paul George, Kelly Oubre Jr., Patrick Baldwin Jr., Justin Edwards, Dalen Terry, Trendon WatfordFrontcourt: Joel Embiid (if available), Andre Drummond, Adem Bona, Charles Bassey, MarJon Beauchamp, Jabari Walker
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Season series context and betting line (February 11, 2026)
The teams have split recent meetings, including a 112-109 Knicks win in Philadelphia in which Jalen Brunson scored 31 points. This matchup could decide the season series.New York enters as about a 2.5-point road underdog. The projected total is near 222.5.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Team stats snapshot (2025-26 season)
New York Knicks (34-20)
| Category | Knicks (2025-26) |
| Points per game | ~117-118 ppg |
| Offensive rating | ~116-117 |
| Defensive rating | ~112-113 |
| Net rating | ~+4 to +5 |
| FG% | ~47-48% |
| 3-pt% | ~37-38% |
| Rebounds per game | ~45-46 rpg |
Key players: Jalen Brunson (~27 ppg, ~6 apg), Karl-Anthony Towns (~19-20 ppg, ~11-12 rpg), Mikal Bridges (~15-16 ppg).
Philadelphia 76ers (30-23)
| Category | 76ers (2025-26) |
| Points per game | ~117-118 ppg |
| Offensive rating | ~117-118 |
| Defensive rating | ~115-116 |
| Net rating | ~+1 to +2 |
| FG% | ~47-48% |
| 3-pt% | ~37-38% |
| Rebounds per game | ~44-45 rpg |
Key players: Joel Embiid (~32-33 ppg), Tyrese Maxey (~24-25 ppg, ~6-7 apg), Paul George (~17-18 ppg, ~5-6 rpg).
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Matchup factors
If Embiid plays, the Knicks will likely use Towns and Robinson to defend inside. Philadelphia may try to involve Towns in switches to create foul trouble.If Embiid does not play, the 76ers may rely more on Maxey and George for scoring, while New York could benefit from its size on the boards.Brunson versus Maxey is the primary guard matchup. Mikal Bridges is expected to take on a major defensive assignment on the wing.
What to watch in tonight’s New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers game (February 11, 2026)
New York is pushing for home-court advantage, and Philadelphia is trying to remain in the top four of the conference. With Anunoby out and Embiid a game-time decision, depth, rebounding, and perimeter shooting could play a major role in the result.