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Johnson produced nine points (2-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-8 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one block in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 133-95 win over the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Johnson struggled with efficiency from the field but did solid work getting to the free-throw line and on the glass, ultimately finishing one point shy of a double-double. Wednesday marked the wing's first double-digit rebounding effort since Feb. 1 and just the seventh such performance of the year between the regular season and playoffs. Through seven postseason games in 2026, Johnson is averaging 7.3 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists across 19.6 minutes per contest off the bench.

McBride recorded four points (1-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one assist across 21 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 win over Philadelphia in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

McBride logged a healthy 21 minutes, the most of anyone off the New York bench in the Game 2 win, but he made little offensive impact with just one field goal and one free throw to show for it. The guard has scored in single digits in six of eight playoff games this year, including a pair of scoreless outings in the first round against Atlanta. He's coming off a regular season in which he averaged a career-high 12.0 points while shooting 42.3 percent from the field and 41.3 percent from beyond the arc, but McBride's offensive production has been up and down in the postseason so far.

Clarkson closed Wednesday's 108-102 win over the 76ers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with six points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and five rebounds across eight minutes.

Clarkson has been used sparingly in the postseason, but he's a candidate to see increased run if OG Anunoby (hamstring) misses time. Anunoby is dealing with a strain and is questionable for Game 3 on Friday. Clarkson has yet to make a three-pointer in the playoffs on eight attempts.

Brunson notched 26 points (9-21 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six assists, one rebound and one steal across 41 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 victory over Philadelphia in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Brunson led the way offensively for New York as the team rallied in the fourth quarter to take a 2-0 series lead. The star guard has eclipsed 20 points in six of eight playoff games this year, averaging 27.4 points, 5.8 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals during the postseason.

Anunoby was diagnosed with a right hamstring strain and is day-to-day moving forward, Shams Charania of ESPN reports Thursday.

Anunoby tweaked his hamstring late in Game 2 and will be questionable for Game 3 on Friday. He's been outstanding in the playoffs with 21.4 points per contest. If Anunoby misses time, the Knicks could lean more on Miles McBride, Jordan Clarkson and Landry Shamet. However, per Stefan Bondy of The New York Post, Anunoby's hamstring strain is considered "very, very minor."

Oubre ended Wednesday's 108-102 loss to New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with 19 points (6-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 40 minutes.

With Joel Embiid (ankle/hip) sidelined, Oubre saw a bump in usage Wednesday and put together a solid all-around line. He has struggled in the postseason overall, however, as he's shooting 24.2 percent from beyond the arc across nine games.

Kornet logged four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals across 13 minutes during Wednesday's 133-95 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Kornet provided the Spurs with a strong defensive presence, recording a postseason-high five combined steals and blocks. He continues to serve as the primary backup behind Victor Wembanyama, a role that typically results in limited minutes and production. Thus far in the playoffs, he has scored in double digits on three occasions, all of which came in the first three games against the Trail Blazers.

Barnes finished Wednesday's 133-95 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals with 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds across 15 minutes.

Barnes scored in double digits for the first time in the postseason, playing a handful of additional minutes as the game descended into garbage time. Prior to Wednesday, Barnes had scored a total of 13 points in six appearances, playing a muted role off the bench. Assuming Game 3 is a little more competitive, expect to see Barnes' playing time back in single digits.

Castle closed Wednesday's 133-95 win over Minnesota in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals with 21 points (6-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals across 24 minutes.

Castle needed just 24 minutes to score a game-high 21 points, as the Spurs blew out the Timberwolves, leveling the series at 1-1. It continues what has been an impressive postseason run for the sophomore, having scored at least 15 points in all but one game while also chipping in across all major categories on most nights.

Gobert logged five points (1-4 FG, 3-9 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 133-95 loss to San Antonio in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Gobert didn't have much of an impact, although he was certainly not alone as the Timberwolves took a hard loss. Although Gobert's defensive contributions have been a real positive, the fact that he has scored more than seven points only once in his past five games can't be overlooked. The series will now shift to Minnesota, where Gobert will look to get things back on track.