The Philadelphia 76ers had a chance to steal momentum back in their playoff series against the New York Knicks. Instead, the final minute of Game 2 turned into frustration, confusion, and visible tension between teammates.
And it all started with one shot from Paul George.
Paul George’s Shot Left Everyone Stunned
With under 30 seconds remaining, the 76ers trailed by five points and desperately needed a smart possession. Paul George found himself beyond the three-point line with defenders closing in quickly.
Despite the pressure, George launched a deep shot attempt anyway.
The result was brutal. The ball completely missed the rim, instantly silencing any hopes of a late comeback for Philadelphia. The airball quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the game.
Quentin Grimes Immediately Confronted Him
Quentin Grimes clearly did not like the decision.
Video from the moment showed Grimes instantly approaching George after the missed attempt. He appeared visibly frustrated while speaking directly to the veteran forward during the stoppage.
Many fans noticed that Grimes had space developing on the play and likely believed the possession could have ended with a far better look.
The exchange never became physical, but the frustration was impossible to hide.
The 76ers Completely Fell Apart Late
Philadelphia struggled badly in the fourth quarter, especially offensively.
Without Joel Embiid, who missed the game because of ankle and hip issues, the pressure shifted heavily onto George and the rest of the roster. The Knicks took advantage and closed the game stronger down the stretch.
George finished with 19 points, but his late-game decision-making became the major storyline afterward.
Following the loss, he admitted the team may have simply “run out of gas” in the fourth quarter.
Knicks Now Fully Control The Series
The Knicks secured the 108-102 victory and now hold a commanding 2-0 series lead heading into Philadelphia.
Jalen Brunson once again delivered in key moments, while Karl Anthony Towns added another strong all-around performance for New York.
For the 76ers, Game 3 suddenly feels like a must-win situation. And after the visible tension between George and Grimes, fans will be watching closely to see how the team responds under pressure.