Pregame analysis and predictions of the Sacramento Kings vs. New York Knicks NBA game to be played on January 27, 2026 on ESPN.

Nick Nurse assumed Tyrese Maxey felt contact from the New York Knicks’ Landry Shamet and tried to draw a whistle in the shooting motion. But Maxey would not bite when asked if he believed he was intentionally fouled when he hoisted an off-balance three-pointer with the 76ers trailing by three points and 5.

Preview the Philadelphia 76ers' NBA matchup with New York, including betting odds, tips, trends, and game information.

The Philadelphia 76ers are set to host the New York Knicks on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. ET. Both teams have similar win-loss records, with key players like Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns listed as questionable.

After getting blown out Monday at home, the New York Knicks have lost four consecutive games and nine of their last 11.

Philadelphia hosts the New York Knicks following the Philadelphia 76ers' 128-122 overtime win over the Houston Rockets.

The New York Knicks have been linked to several players as they seek to solidify their championship aspirations. However, there is one move the Knicks must now make to keep the chemistry flowing positively.