The New York Knicks were defeated by the Boston Celtics, 107-103, on October 23, 2026. This marks their first 0-2 start in 15 years as defending champions. Jayson Tatum recorded 36 points for the Celtics, while the Knicks suffered their second consecutive loss. Mitchell Robinson's departure from the Knicks was announced, with no tension behind it. The team addressed an incident where championship rings were used in an email to employees as an unfortunate mistake.