Walking into Madison Square Garden as 12-point underdogs. Riding a four-game losing streak. Sitting at the bottom of the Eastern Conference at 13-40. Fresh off a 122-104 beatdown in Toronto.
Hey, despite all that I love playing the Knicks. Rivalry games exist outside of the realm of logic. They are an emotional affair, which is exactly what this team could use as they limp into All-Star Break.
Speaking of limping, we learned this week that Zubac will not suit up anytime soon...
I asked Ivica Zubac about his ankle injury. His response: pic.twitter.com/Fng4REXkNj
— Tony East (@TonyREast) February 10, 2026
Also that Johnny Furphy's promising season is over.
Johnny Furphy suffered an injury to his right knee during last night's game at Toronto.
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) February 9, 2026
An MRI taken today confirmed that Furphy tore his right ACL.
More info: https://t.co/2nsnyRW7S8 pic.twitter.com/Rv8r9vFF3w
A different interesting tidbit from the Zubac conference is that we can expect him to shoot some corner threes when he finally dons the Blue & Gold.
Interesting tid-bit there. Zubac said he's been working with Carlisle already and there will be some changes to the way he spaces. Said he'll operate out of the corner more than the dunker spot. Asked him if he's OK with taking that shot and he says he is.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) February 10, 2026
Injuries
Injury Update for tomorrow's game in New York:
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) February 9, 2026
T.J. McConnell - Questionable (right hamstring soreness)
Aaron Nesmith - Questionable (left hand strain)
Micah Potter - Questionable (left hip contusion)
Ivica Zubac - Questionable (left ankle sprain)
Johnny Furphy - Out (right ACL… pic.twitter.com/OOf3CUqjyr
Mitchell Robinson and Miles McBride are out for the Knicks. OG Anunoby is questionable.
How to Watch
Tipoff is at 7:30 PM ET.
TV: FanDuel Sports Network, NBA League Pass
Radio: 93.5/107.5 The Fan
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