The team is effectively without its entire core. Antetokounmpo (knee), Bobby Portis (wrist), Myles Turner (ankle), and Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) are all expected to be out until at least October 2026.
Despite various late-season ankle and elbow injuries to Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby , the Knicks remain competitive with deep guard play from Mikal Bridges and Jordan Clarkson . The team is effectively without its entire core
The Knicks won the last two meetings between these Eastern Conference rivals, including a decisive 29-point victory in their most recent matchup on February 27, 2026. Top Performer Oct 28, 2025 MIL 121, NYK 111 G. Antetokounmpo (37 Pts) Nov 28, 2025 NYK 118, MIL 109 J. Brunson (37 Pts) Feb 27, 2026 NYK 127, MIL 98 J. Brunson (27 Pts) The Knicks won the last two meetings between
The landscape of this rivalry has shifted due to major injuries on the Milwaukee side. Brunson (37 Pts) Feb 27, 2026 NYK 127, MIL 98 J