New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers
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Maxi Moralez opened the scoring in the 27th minute and New York City FC beat the No. 1 seed Philadelphia Union 1-0 to win the Eastern Conference semifinals.
BOTTOM LINE: New York hosts Philadelphia trying to extend its seven-game home winning streak. The Knicks are 5-1 against opponents in the Atlantic Division. New York is 2-1 in one-possession games. The 76ers are 5-2 against division opponents. Philadelphia is 7-3 in games decided by 10 or more points.
Haak had been a bright light for New York City FC’s academy program as the Brooklyn-born footballer developed through the club system before becoming the sought-after talent that he is now.