Your long wait is over. The 2026 NBA Cup has officially arrived. We tip things off on Friday at Xfinity Mobile Arena in an opening-night rematch between the Philadelphia 76ers and New York Knicks.
Though Philly picked up the W last time around, New York has rattled off two consecutive come-from-behind wins amid Jalen Brunson rounding into form. The Sixers may also have to wage battle without Jaylen Brown, who was listed as "doubtful" on the latest injury report due to left patellar tendinopathy.
Jose Alvarado (ankle) remains out for the Knicks. Otherwise, they'll be at full strength as they look to reach .500 for the first time this season.
Follow all the action below as we bring you the latest updates, highlights, analysis and takeaways from Friday's NBA Cup showdown.
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With the exception of Jose Alvarado (ankle), the Knicks will have their full cast of characters available to open the NBA Cup.
As far as Karl-Anthony Towns' wrist injury goes, Knicks fans can breathe a sigh of relief. Well that, or they should be terrified he's pushing the bill too hard in the good name of defending New York's NBA Cup title.
"Not able to go through shootaround" doesn't sound great knowing how light those tend to be. Here's hoping this is the Sixers operating with an overabundance of caution.
In the meantime, Dean Wade is expected to get the start in Jaylen Brown's place.
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