Knicks sit 3-4 in title defense as extension talks pause and ring controversy lingers

Beat Brooklyn 103-90 Monday; now seed No. 8

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

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What happened: The Knicks are 3-4 through seven games of the 2026-27 season, per ESPN. The same report cites paused contract extension talks and a championship ring controversy around the defending champions.

Why it matters: New York beat the Brooklyn Nets 103-90 on Monday, Nov. 2, for its first win streak of the season. That leaves the Knicks at seed No. 8.

By the numbers: Final: Nets 90, Knicks 103. Landry Shamet was the game-high scorer with 22 points. Julius Randle had 21 points and 11 rebounds, and Jalen Brunson had 19 points and 6 assists.

What to watch: The Knicks look to extend the win streak beyond one game.

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@ESPNNBA Nov 03, 2026 · 18:31 UTC

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