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38 min read • 20 Oct 2026

All the dumb moments that make this title so much sweeter: Part V (2020-26)

New York Knicks Team President Isiah Thomas speak to members of the media Thursday July 28, 2005 in Madison Square Garden. (Photo by Daniel J. Barry/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s Opening Night. The Knicks will play...

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3 min read • 20 Oct 2026

JJ Redick says more practice this preseason has allowed them to focus on special situations

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Head coach JJ Redick of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 08, 2026 in Los Angeles...

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4 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Draymond Green claims rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is next face of Warriors franchise

Draymond Green claims rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is next face of Warriors franchise originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaSteph Curry has cemented himself as the face of the Golden State Warriors franchise for years...

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7 min read • 20 Oct 2026

2026-27 Fantasy Basketball Bold Predictions: Ant-Man wins scoring title, Wemby makes history and more hot takes

The 2026-27 NBA season tips off on Tuesday night and fantasy basketball will be upon us. We teamed up with RotoWire to give you our bold predictions for the fantasy basketball season. Below, you'll find some hot take...

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4 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Why Landry Shamet is Knicks' X-Factor in New York's title defense

The champagne has dried up and the cigars have been put out. A new NBA season is upon us. The Knicks celebrated the franchise’s first championship in 53 years for months. Now, the club will take on the challenge of re...

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19 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Liberty Ballers staff predictions for the Sixers’ 2026-27 season

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 16: LeBron James #23, Joel Embiid #21, Jaylen Brown #7, and Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers look on against the Boston Celtics during the preseason game at Xfinity Mobile Ar...

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2 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Preview: Wizards host Bucks in 2026 season opener

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 28: (EDITOR’S NOTE: Image has been retouched) Deandre Ayton #8, AJ Dybantsa #4, Anthony Davis #23, and Alex Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards pose for a portrait during NBA media day on Sep...

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4 min read • 20 Oct 2026

How to watch the New York Knicks' 2026 NBA Championship Ring Ceremony: Start time, TV, live stream info

The Knicks electrified New York City, winning their first championship in 53 years. The celebration continues tonight at 6:30 PM ET, with the banner-raising and ring ceremony at Madison Square Garden, ahead of opening ni...

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6 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Celtics vs. Pistons predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends and best bets for October 20

The 2026-27 NBA season tips off this afternoon at Little Caesars Arena as Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons host Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Detroit takes the court after finishing 60-22 and earning the Ea...

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6 min read • 20 Oct 2026

MMBets: The Dallas Mavericks are one of the NBA’s most interesting teams

The Dallas Mavericks enter year two of the Cooper Flagg era with renewed fire. They are getting Kyrie Irving back after his horrible injury a year and a half ago. Dereck Lively will make his return at some point, and the...

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5 min read • 20 Oct 2026

How to watch Boston Celtics vs Detroit Pistons: TV/live stream info for 2026 NBA Season Tip-off

The 2026 NBA season tips off tonight, Tuesday, October 20, on NBC and Peacock with three highly anticipated matchups.First, at 3:00 PM ET, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics face Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons ...

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4 min read • 20 Oct 2026

What Knicks are saying about LeBron James, new-look Sixers before opener

What Knicks are saying about LeBron James, new-look Sixers before opener originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Knicks see the same thing everyone else sees when they look at the new Sixers — extraordinary t...

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