Sports · October 21, 2026
Follow live: Knicks, 76ers exchange buckets in tight contest at MSG
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 106-100 at Madison Square Garden on the Knicks' championship ring night. Despite a pre-game ceremony celebrating the Knicks' title, the 76ers secured a comeback victory as New York struggled in the closing minutes, featuring missed shots by Jalen Brunson and a key turnover by OG Anunoby. The Knicks shot 42% from the floor and 27% from three-point range during the season-opening loss.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 106-100.
- The game took place at Madison Square Garden on the Knicks' ring night.
- The Knicks' shooting percentages were 42% from the field and 27% from three-point range.
Reported by only some outlets
- Jalen Brunson shot 1-for-5 in the final five minutes and missed 13 of 19 attempts overall.
- Mikal Bridges' performance was described as disappearing.
- OG Anunoby committed a turnover in the closing stretch.
Confirmed
- The 76ers won 106-100 at MSG.
- The game coincided with the Knicks' championship banner raising.
Reported
- Jalen Brunson airballed a three-pointer with 10 seconds remaining. (New York Post)
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