What happened: Josh Hart arrived for opening night with the Larry O'Brien Trophy woven into his braids. The Knicks raised their championship banner at Madison Square Garden before facing Philadelphia.

Why it matters: The ceremony marked the franchise's first championship in 53 years. It opened a title defense beginning with a home date on the league's opening-night tripleheader.

What to watch: New York tips off against Philadelphia to start the 2026-27 season.