In a determined effort to maintain a home-court advantage, the ownership of the Philadelphia 76ers has purchased over 2,000 tickets for the pivotal Game 6 against the New York Knicks. After witnessing an influx of Knicks fans during Game 4 at the Wells Fargo Center, Sixers managing partners Josh Harris and David Blitzer, along with limited partner David Adelman and Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin, have taken matters into their own hands.

During Game 4, Knicks fans dominated the arena, making it feel like an away game for the Sixers. Chants for Knicks' point guard Jalen Brunson and derogatory remarks directed at Sixers' star Joel Embiid filled the stands. Despite the hostile atmosphere, New York emerged victorious, taking a 97-92 win and grabbing a 3-1 lead in the series.

However, the 76ers fought back in Game 5, clinching a crucial away win to bring the series to 3-2. In an effort to prevent another Knicks takeover in the upcoming do-or-die Game 6, Harris, Blitzer, Adelman, and Rubin have acquired the additional tickets. These tickets will be distributed to first responders, healthcare professionals, and local organizations, ensuring that only true Sixers fans fill the stands.

The importance of home support cannot be overstated, as only 13 teams in NBA history have managed to overturn a 3-1 series deficit. Philadelphia is counting on the loyal fans, from courtside to the bleachers, to rally behind their team and create an electric atmosphere on Thursday night.

Meanwhile, in other NBA playoff news, the Boston Celtics completed a dominant 4-1 series victory over the Miami Heat. Despite missing star center Kristaps Porziņģis, the Celtics faced little resistance from a Heat team without their postseason hero, Jimmy Butler. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White led the way with 25 points each, and Boston now awaits the winner of the series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Orlando Magic in the second round.

In the Western Conference, the Dallas Mavericks secured a commanding 123-93 road win over the Los Angeles Clippers, giving them a 3-2 series advantage. Luka Dončić delivered an outstanding performance with 35 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds, leading the Mavericks' charge. With the chance to close out the series at home, Dallas eyes a matchup against the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the next round.

As the NBA playoffs intensify, the Sixers hope that their proactive measures will ensure a true home-court advantage, allowing them to fight back against the Knicks and keep their championship aspirations alive. Game 6 is set to tip off at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, promising an intense battle between two passionate fan bases.