When the countdown hits zero – and basketball is back.

The 2025-26 preseason tips off in mere hours as the Sixers and Knicks dance in Abu Dhabi ( 12 ET, NBA TV ).

5 STORIES IN TODAY’S EDITION 🏀

Oct. 2, 2025

New York’s New Chapter: Knicks begin title chase in the UAE with a new voice at the helm

Philly’s Fresh Start: Will today mark the first step of a season-long Sixers turnaround?

World Stage: How the Abu Dhabi Games epitomize the NBA’s international reach

All-Access Abroad: The Knicks, Sixers & Pels mix hoops with community and culture

Abu Dhabi Frames: Four years of photos on and off the court, from KAT to camels

1. NEW YORK’S NEW CHAPTER: TITLE QUEST BEGINS TODAY IN ABU DHABI

“Last year showed us that we can do anything,” said Karl-Anthony Towns at last week’s Medi

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