76ers can’t count on opening-night drama advantage from Knicks

Justin Grasso argues that the Philadelphia 76ers cannot count on internal drama weakening the New York Knicks ahead of opening night. Despite reports from ESPN's Brian Windhorst indicating Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks remain far apart on a contract extension, Tim McMahon reported that Towns is not playing hardball or disrupting team chemistry.

Grasso notes that Philadelphia overhauled its own roster by acquiring Jaylen Brown and signing LeBron James to a minimum deal. While contract negotiations may complicate matters eventually, the writer believes the Knicks will enter training camp unified, denying Philadelphia an early-season advantage.