Josh Hart doesn't think Joel Embiid's plea to 76ers fans will work

Key Points:

• Josh Hart predicts that Joel Embiid's request for Philadelphia fans not to sell their 76ers tickets to New Yorkers will likely fail, as Knicks fans are known for traveling and supporting their team passionately.
• Embiid expressed frustration over Knicks fans chanting MVP for Jalen Brunson during the 2024 playoff series and urged 76ers fans to keep their tickets to avoid a repeat scenario where the arena felt like "Madison Square Garden East."
• The 76ers have limited ticket sales to Philadelphia area residents by verifying credit card billing addresses, but secondary market ticket sales to Knicks fans remain a concern due to the close proximity and high demand.
• Hart emphasized that many fans might sell tickets for financial reasons, and New Yorkers' persistence and passion for Knicks basketball will likely result in significant Knicks fan presence at upcoming games.
• Despite the 76ers' efforts to secure home-court advantage with local fans, the combination of ticket prices and Knicks fans’ dedication suggests a strong traveling fan base will continue to influence the atmosphere at Philadelphia home games.