“Development: New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns has been downgraded to doubtful to play in tonight's season opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers, sources tell ESPN,” Charania wrote. The Knicks announced Towns’ status confirming the development on their official injury report submitted to the NBA moments later.

OG Anunoby had 24 points and 14 rebounds, Jalen Brunson scored 23 points and the New York Knicks beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 119-111 in their first game under coach Mike Brown.

The Knicks welcome in the Cavaliers for the first game of the 2025-26 regular season. Here's how to watch and more on New York's home opener tonight.

The New York Knicks have made a major decision regarding Karl-Anthony Towns' availability for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Cleveland Cavaliers open up the NBA season against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden today. Find out how to watch for free.

Wednesday's NBA action tips off with the New York Knicks hosting the Cleveland Cavaliers. NBA season schedule, start time and where to watch.

The Knicks have the same number of wins since May 31 as the Jets. And while the Knicks suffered a loss in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals to the Pacers that strafed the souls of the most fervent and truest believers every bit as much as that Denver debacle did for Giants fans, enough time has passed to soften those wounds.

The Cleveland Cavaliers face the New York Knicks in a regular season NBA game on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025 (10/22/25) at Madison Square Garden.

Last season, Cleveland swept the season series and finished 13 games ahead of New York. But the Knicks controlled the 2025-26 opener at Madison Square Garden for about 40 of the 48 minutes, finishing strong and holding on for a 119-111 victory on Wednesday.