New York heads to Philadelphia on Friday night as NBA Cup play opens at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Knicks are on the road Friday night, facing the 76ers in Philadelphia in a matchup billed as part of the opening slate of NBA Cup action. Tip-off at Xfinity Mobile Arena is set for 7:30 p.m. ET.
New York comes into the game looking to build some early-season momentum in the Eastern Conference, an area that's always crowded this time of year. Philadelphia, hosting at home, gives the Knicks a measuring-stick opponent as both teams try to find their footing early in the schedule.
Multiple outlets have published viewing guides for the broadcast, pointing fans toward TV channel and streaming details, along with at least one option to watch for free. Betting odds and picks have also circulated ahead of tip-off, though the result of the actual game has not yet been reported.
As with most early-season contests, this one is being treated as a early gauge rather than a statement, with both sides using the Cup format game to shake out rotations before the schedule gets heavier.