The wait is finally over — a new NBA season has officially begun. The New York Knicks will open their 2025–26 campaign at Madison Square Garden against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but the big question heading into the matchup is whether Karl-Anthony Towns will be available.

Towns entered the season dealing with a right quad strain, which put his status for the opener in doubt. However, according to NBA insider Shams Charania, Towns will start in tonight’s game against the Cavaliers.

The inclusion of Towns is a major boost for the Knicks, who will be without Mitchell Robinson (left ankle injury management) and Josh Hart (lower back spasms) to start the season.

Another player whose status remains uncertain for tonight’s matchup is OG Anunoby, who’s listed as probable with a left ankle sprain

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