The Knicks play at Boston tonight, both teams 0-1 and both on two days of rest. New York lost its opener 100-106 to the 76ers, and its captain needs a better night.
Boston, Tonight
The Knicks visit the Celtics on October 23. Neither team has a win. Joe Mazzulla's club went 56-26 last season and outscored opponents by 8.3 points per 100 possessions. Boston lists Devin Carter out with an illness. The New York Post's Jared Schwartz wrote that the Knicks are looking forward to seeing Mitchell Robinson, now in a Celtics jersey.
Seven Is Not Enough
Jalen Brunson scored 7 against Philadelphia. He averaged 26.0 last season. The champions don't win on Andre Drummond's 10 and 12. Brunson has to set the tone early, and the wings have to follow.
Towns Keeps Fouling
The Post's Schwartz also flagged Towns' continued foul trouble as a real problem. It lands on a sore spot. His extension talks remain paused, with no decision reported. A $57.1M center who can't stay on the floor turns every night into a referendum.
The Knecht Report
Hoops Rumors, citing Ian Begley, reported the Knicks are interested in Dalton Knecht. That is interest, not a deal. Any move has to fit a $220.4M payroll already above the first apron, with the 2027 first-round pick owed to Brooklyn.
The Verdict
One week dropped this team from 5th to 20th in the power rankings. That's harsh, and it's also earned. Orlando comes to the Garden October 25, then Detroit October 27 and a trip to Chicago October 28. The open question is simple: can Towns stay out of foul trouble long enough to make the Knicks whole?
When do the Knicks play the Celtics?
Tonight, October 23, in Boston. Both teams come in 0-1.
Are the Knicks trying to trade for Dalton Knecht?
Hoops Rumors, citing Ian Begley, reported the Knicks are interested in Knecht. No deal has been reported.
