Looking at the New York Knicks 2016-17 NBA schedule as they tip-off their season on Oct. 25 against the Cleveland Cavaliers
For better or worse, the New York Knicks are going to be polarizing in the 2016-17 NBA season. Adding Joakim Noah and Derrick Rose this offseason, the Knicks are going to look drastically different. Throw in the likes of Carmelo Anthony and that Kristaps Porzingis is the absolute best, they become even more must-see. So it only stands to reason that the Knicks 2016-17 NBA schedule would start with a band. And it will as the league’s regular season tips off with a matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
For opening night, the New York Knicks will square off with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, Oct. 25. If everything winds up going right for the Knicks, this could be an early Eastern Conference Finals preview. However, that’s only the start of the things to look for as far as the Knicks go.
This fascinating Knicks team will also be on the docket of Christmas Day games, getting in that featured spot. The Knicks will take on the Boston Celtics on that holiday and will look to try and shine in the spotlight. A bit earlier in the year, watching their Nov. 4 matchup with the Chicago Bulls will be a must also.
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With how this New York Knicks team is shaping up for the 2016-17 NBA season, fans are optimistic, and basketball fans can’t look away for one second. You have to see what happens with this team from start to finish, which is why the Knicks schedule being released is so curious. Now you can view the full Knicks 2016-17 NBA schedule here. Between Christmas Day, old rivalries, and new rivalries, make sure you don’t miss to many of the matchups on the schedule.