New York Knicks vs Sacramento Kings (01-27-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The big league is set for another exciting matchup as the New York Knicks clash with the Sacramento Kings. The match will tip off at 7:30 pm ET on Tuesday. The New York Knicks have previously won 27 out of the 45 games. The team has no injuries this time and is significantly counting on players such as Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Karl-Anthony Towns.

As for the Sacramento Kings, they have previously won only 12 out of the 47 matches they have played. With players like Russell Westbrook and DeMar DeRozan, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Keegan Murray 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 Sacramento Kings.

New York Knicks vs Sacramento Kings - When and Where to Watch the Game

The New York Knicks will host the Sacramento Kings at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. The match will tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, exclusively on MSG and NBCS-CA. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

New York Knicks vs Sacramento Kings - Expected Starting Lineups

New York Knicks

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

Sacramento Kings

• Russell Westbrook (PG)
• Keon Ellis (SG)
• DeMar DeRozan (SF)
• Precious Achiuwa (PF)
• Domantas Sabonis (C)

New York Knicks vs Sacramento Kings - Injury Report

New York Knicks

Nil

Sacramento Kings

• Keegan Murray - OUT (ankle)
• Malik Monk - QUESTIONABLE (ankle)
• Zach LaVine - QUESTIONABLE (back)

New York Knicks vs Sacramento Kings - Game Prediction

This season, the New York Knicks have scored 230.5 points in 21 out of their 45 games. However, the Sacramento Kings have scored the same number of points in 27 out of 47 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The New York Knicks boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Brunson has delivered 28 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game this season. However, Towns has averaged 20.5 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.

The Sacramento Kings, on the other hand, have efficient players like Russell Westbrook and DeMar DeRozan. Westbrook has averaged 15.4 points, 6 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game this season while helping the team one step closer to the finale. DeRozan, on the other hand, delivered 18.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game.


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