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Sixers Launch NBA Cup Bid vs. Knicks
30 Oct
Summary
- Sixers host the Knicks for their opening NBA Cup game.
- Tyrese Maxey faces Jalen Brunson in a rematch of opening night.
- The NBA Cup is an annual in-season tournament for all 30 teams.
The Philadelphia 76ers are set to begin their NBA Cup schedule tonight, October 30, 2026, against the New York Knicks. This opening game in East Group B will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video. The Sixers, currently holding a 4-1 record, face a Knicks team that stands at 2-3. This matchup is a rematch of opening night, where Philadelphia defeated New York 106-100 at Madison Square Garden.
The game will highlight the talents of Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey and Knicks star Jalen Brunson. Both teams have previous success in the tournament, with Brunson being last season's MVP and newcomer LeBron James winning the inaugural MVP award. The NBA Cup is an annual in-season tournament featuring all 30 teams, divided into six groups of five. Eight teams advance to the knockout rounds.
The Sixers' full NBA Cup group play schedule includes matchups against the Cleveland Cavaliers on November 6, the Miami Heat on November 25, and the Indiana Pacers on November 27. This schedule provides Philadelphia with two home and two away games, adhering to tournament regulations. The tournament's knockout stage culminates in the championship game on December 11.
