76ers Dominate Knicks in Preseason Opener at Xfinity Mobile Arena
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 120-97 in their preseason opener at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
In an impressive display, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 120-97 in their preseason opener held at the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Monday, October 5, 2026. The game kicked off the preseason campaign for both teams, with the 76ers showcasing their playoff aspirations right from the start.
Game Summary
The match-up began with a competitive first quarter, where the Knicks managed a solid 32 points but fell just short as the 76ers took a narrow 33-32 lead. However, the tide turned in the second quarter when Philadelphia outscored New York 39-26, establishing a sizeable halftime lead of 72-58.
Performance Highlights
Philadelphia’s offense was spearheaded by Jaylen Brown, who led all scorers with 22 points on an efficient shooting night. His contributions were vital in maintaining the 76ers’ momentum throughout the game. Other notable performances from the Philadelphia bench included Caleb Love, who tallied 15 points and facilitated 6 assists, and Jabari Walker, who contributed a double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds.
On the other hand, the Knicks struggled with their shooting percentages. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby were the top performers for New York, each scoring 12 points. However, despite the individual efforts, the team’s overall performance did not match the intensity displayed by the 76ers.
Shooting Stats and Team Comparisons
- Field Goal Percentage: Knicks 38% vs 76ers 42%
- 3-Point Percentage: Knicks 20% vs 76ers 35%
- Free Throw Percentage: Knicks 59% vs 76ers 79%
- Rebounds: Knicks 51 vs 76ers 53
- Assists: Knicks 23 vs 76ers 29
- Turnovers: Knicks 13 vs 76ers 8
- Steals: Knicks 1 vs 76ers 6
- Points in the Paint: Both teams had 46
- Fast Break Points: Knicks 12 vs 76ers 15
Looking Ahead
With this victory, the Philadelphia 76ers start their preseason on a high note, improving their record to 1-0, while the Knicks fall to 0-1. The teams will face each other again in the regular season starting on October 20, where fans can expect a competitive rivalry to unfold.
