The New York Knicks and Orlando Magic both enter Saturday’s matchup at Kia Center with notable injury concerns that could affect rotations and game plans.
The Knicks will be without OG Anunoby (left hamstring strain), while Jalen Brunson is listed as probable with a right ankle sprain.
Orlando will miss Paolo Banchero (left groin strain) and Moritz Wagner (left knee recovery), with Colin Castleton and Orlando Robinson unavailable due to G League assignments.
The Knicks enter the contest with a 9-5 record, coming off a 113-111 win at Dallas on November 19, following a 113-115 loss at Miami on November 17.
New York will lean on Karl-Anthony Towns, who averages 21.5 points and 12.8 rebounds per game, alongside Mikal Bridges (16.1 PPG) and Brunson (28.0 PPG, 6.4 APG).
The Magic are 9-7 this season with recent victories over the Clippers (129-101) and Warriors (121-113).
Franz Wagner leads Orlando with 22.6 points per game, while Wendell Carter Jr. averages 12.7 points and 7.6 rebounds. Jalen Suggs contributes 4.9 assists per game as the primary playmaker.
Saturday’s game marks the first 2025-26 meeting between the Knicks and Magic. Tip-off is set for 5:00 PM ET at Kia Center in Orlando.
