New York Knicks vs Brooklyn Nets (01-21-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for yet another exciting matchup as the New York Knicks clash with the Brooklyn Nets. The match will tip off at 7:30 pm ET on Wednesday. The New York Knicks have previously won 25 out of the 43 games. With zero injuries, their team is significantly counting on players such as Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Karl-Anthony Towns.

As for the Brooklyn Nets, they have previously won only 12 matches out of the 41 played. With players like Michael Porter Jr. and Egor Demin, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Haywood Highsmith has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the New York Knicks and the Brooklyn Nets.

New York Knicks vs Brooklyn Nets - When and Where to Watch the Game

The New York Knicks will host the Brooklyn Nets at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. The match will tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, exclusively on YES and MSG. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

New York Knicks vs Brooklyn Nets - Expected Starting Lineups

New York Knicks

• Jalen Brunson (PG)
• Josh Hart (SG)
• Mikal Bridges (SF)
• OG Anunoby (PF)
• Karl-Anthony Towns (C)

Brooklyn Nets

• Egor Demin (PG)
• Drake Powell (SF)
• Michael Porter Jr. (PF)
• Noah Clowney (C)
• Nic Claxton (SG)

New York Knicks vs Brooklyn Nets - Injury Report

New York Knicks

• NIL

Brooklyn Nets

• Haywood Highsmith - OUT (knee)

New York Knicks vs Brooklyn Nets - Game Prediction

This season, the New York Knicks and their opponents have a combined score of 222.5 points in 29 out of their 41 games. However, the Brooklyn Nets have scored the same number of points while playing in 21 out of 41 games in total, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Knicks boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Brunson has delivered 28.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game this season. However, Towns has averaged 21 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 3 assists per game.

The Brooklyn Nets, on the other hand, have efficient players like Michael Porter Jr. and Nic Claxton. Porter Jr. has averaged 25.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Claxton, on the other hand, delivered 12.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.


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