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Knicks face Julius Randle after the Nets finally break through

Julius Randle and the Nets visit the Knicks after their first victory, creating a matchup problem beyond the reunion itself.

By Alexander Wilson · Empire Sports Media

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 6:53 PM

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The New York Knicks prepare to host Julius Randle and the Brooklyn Nets at Madison Square Garden.
Brooklyn enters the game with a 1-5 record after defeating the Indiana Pacers 98-90 on Sunday.
Julius Randle scored 20 points and Michael Porter Jr. scored 23 points in Brooklyn's win.

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The New York Knicks face former forward Julius Randle and the Brooklyn Nets on Monday at Madison Square Garden. Brooklyn enters the matchup after securing its first win of the season in a 98-90 victory over the Indiana Pacers, where Randle scored 20 points and Michael Porter Jr. led with 23 points.

Alexander Wilson of Empire Sports Media argues that New York cannot relax despite Brooklyn's 1-5 record. Wilson suggests the Knicks use physical primary defense on Randle while monitoring perimeter threats like Porter to avoid defensive breakdowns.

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Knicks face Julius Randle after the Nets finally break through

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