"Although the Nets have their eyes set on the 2026 NBA Draft, the Knicks should not take their state rivals for granted. In the wonderful world of sports, rivalry games have more at stake: bragging rights. The Nets will love to play spoiler against the Knicks and be the first away team to win inside Madison Square Garden this season."
"Teams like the Detroit Pistons and Chicago Bulls have started the season with a bang, catching the league by surprise. Although the Knicks are in sixth place with a record of 5-3, their five wins have been at Madison Square Garden. Following being off for three consecutive days, the Knicks look to move to 6-0 at home when their rivals across the bridge come to town."
Knicks sit sixth in the Eastern Conference with a 5-3 record and remain unbeaten at Madison Square Garden (5-0). Detroit and Chicago have surprised the league with strong starts. The Knicks return after three days off aiming for a 6-0 home record against cross-bridge rivals. Nets are 1-8, rebuilding, and targeting the 2026 NBA Draft, with their lone win over an injury-riddled Pacers. Brooklyn will be without Cam Thomas. Coach Mike Brown is expected to focus defensive attention on Michael Porter Jr., who averages a career-high 23 points. Karl-Anthony Towns has underwhelming shooting splits but strong career numbers versus Brooklyn. Mikal Bridges has been efficient and productive early.
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