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Knicks Receive Significant Injury Updates Before High-Stakes Magic Matchup

The New York Knicks have a valuable opportunity to secure their first win of the 2026-27 season. Orlando will be without Paolo Banchero, while several other players are dealing with injuries. The latest report could give New York an important…

By Jayesh Pagar · HEAVY

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 2:18 AM

Key Things to Know

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero is out against the Knicks and could miss four to six weeks.
Banchero suffered a right high ankle sprain during a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Jonathan Isaac, Noah Penda, and Izaiyah Nelson are also ruled out for the Magic.

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The Orlando Magic will be missing star forward Paolo Banchero for their upcoming game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Banchero suffered a low-grade right high ankle sprain during Friday's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, with reports suggesting he could miss four to six weeks.

Orlando faces several other absences, including Jonathan Isaac, Noah Penda, and Izaiyah Nelson, while Anthony Black is questionable. The depleted Magic roster presents an opportunity for Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the 0-2 Knicks to secure their first victory of the season.

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