Defending Champion Knicks Open Season 0-2

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The Knicks lost 107-103 to Boston, becoming the first defending NBA champions in 15 years to begin a season 0-2. Jayson Tatum scored 36 points in the win; it is an early-season result, not yet evidence of a broader trend.

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Updated Oct 24, 2026

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Knicks become first defending NBA champions to begin season 0-2 in 15 years, lose 107-103 to Celtics