Sixers host Knicks in NBA Cup opener tonight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers are set to host the New York Knicks in their NBA Cup opener on Friday, October 30, at 7:30 p.m. at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Both teams have a history in the tournament, with Jalen Brunson as last season's MVP leading New York after their previous matchup resulted in a Sixers victory, 106-100. The Sixers enter the game with a 4-1 record, while the Knicks sit at 2-3. This matchup kicks off the East Group B play featuring several strong contenders, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Indiana Pacers. Philadelphia aims to advance beyond group play for the first time.
- •Philadelphia is 4-1, New York is 2-3 entering this matchup.
- •Jalen Brunson won last year's MVP in the NBA Cup.
- •Tyrese Maxey and LeBron James are key players for the Sixers.
- •NBA Cup games count toward the regular season record.
- •Knicks won the Cup last season, aiming for a repeat.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers begin NBA Cup play tonight. See their full tournament schedule
"The Philadelphia 76ers will open up NBA Cup play on Friday, Oct. 30, by hosting the reigning champions. Here's the Sixers' NBA Cup schedule.
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