The Knicks (0-1) host the Wizards (0-0) tonight in their first return to the court at 4 Pennsylvania Plaza since sinking the Spurs in June. New York seeks to rebound from a 97-120 loss in Philadelphia, where the starters played…
The New York Knicks host the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on October 8, 2026, marking their first home appearance since winning the championship in June. The Knicks enter with an 0-1 preseason record after a 97-120 defeat to Philadelphia, where head coach Mike Brown played 20 different players. Meanwhile, this matchup serves as the preseason opener for the Wizards and their heavily revamped roster.
Washington features new additions Trae Young, Anthony Davis, and top overall draft pick AJ Dybantsa under head coach Brian Keefe. On the injury front, Knicks guard Jose Alvarado is listed as day-to-day with a knee contusion. Wizards center Alex Sarr is a game-time decision with a foot issue, while Tristan Vukcevic and Jamir Watkins remain sidelined with injuries.
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