The New York Knicks kicked off the preseason with a comfortable victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, winning 99 to 84.
The Knicks started sloppily, possibly because they were playing at a faster pace than last season. The ball flew around, with an emphasis on quick decisions that made a fun product but backfired at times. It was only a matter of time before New York settled in, took control of the game, and showed their depth as the second and third units dominated the second half.
This is preseason, and the Sixers are a depleted team, but there’s a battle for the fifth starting spot and a race for the final two roster spots. So, I’m focusing on newcomers and role battles for the core of this recap. But I’ll throw in some notes about your favorite returners at the end.
Let’s explore some of the key contributors who are fighting for roles on the squad.
