New York Knicks Set to Host Washington Wizards for Preseason Matchup

The New York Knicks are scheduled to host the Washington Wizards in a preseason basketball matchup on October 9, 2024, at Madison Square Garden. The game is set to tip off at 7:30 PM Eastern Time and will be broadcast on MSG and NBA League Pass.

This event marks the second preseason game for both teams as they continue to prepare for the upcoming regular season. The Knicks are coming off a victory against the Charlotte Hornets. In that matchup, Karl-Anthony Towns, a recent addition to the team, contributed with 10 points and four rebounds in just 15 minutes of play. Miles ‘Deuce’ McBride led the team with 22 points off the bench, while Landry Shamet strengthened his case for a roster spot by scoring 8-of-18 from the field and 4-of-9 from three-point range. Rookie Tyler Kolek also showed prowess by adding 11 points in 14 minutes while managing the second unit.

Meanwhile, the Washington Wizards faced defeat in their preseason opener against another team. Rookie Alex Sarr, who was the second overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, delivered a notable performance with 15 points. The Wizards, under new head coach Brian Keefe, are expected to focus on developing young talent such as Sarr and Bilal Coulibaly this season. The team seems positioned for rebuilding, likely to trade veteran players like Kyle Kuzma, Malcolm Brogdon, who is currently injured, and Jonas Valančiūnas to gather future assets.

Tonight’s game will provide fans with the first opportunity to see Towns and Mikal Bridges playing in New York Knicks uniforms at Madison Square Garden. Enthusiasts of the team are looking forward to an exciting matchup, and tickets to the game have been highly sought after.