Is there really a game already? Oy vey. We are still getting used to how brief the summer break is when the basketball team you cover is actually successful in the postseason. Indeed, the NBA champion New York Knicks open…
The NBA champion New York Knicks open their preseason schedule against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, October 5, 2026. Knicks head coach Mike Brown plans to limit the minutes of core starters Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns. Meanwhile, the revamped 76ers lineup features LeBron James and Jaylen Brown alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.
New York enters the matchup with minor injury storylines, including Brunson's return from wrist surgery and Hart managing a damaged finger. The game also provides a showcase for reserve centers James Wiseman, Tony Bradley, and Drew Eubanks as they compete for the third-string spot behind Towns and Andre Drummond.
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