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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.
“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.
New head coach Mike Brown wins debut as Knicks’ depth and pace lead past Cavaliers to start 2025-26 NBA season.
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.
The New York Knicks have made a major decision regarding Karl-Anthony Towns' availability for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.