Knicks, 76ers Play Abu Dhabi Preseason; Embiid, George Out
Knicks, 76ers Play Abu Dhabi Preseason; Embiid, George Out

Knicks, 76ers Play Abu Dhabi Preseason; Embiid, George Out

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The New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers are in Abu Dhabi to play two preseason games on Oct. 2 and Oct. 4 at Etihad Arena, headlining the 2025 NBA Abu Dhabi Games and marking the fourth consecutive year the league has staged preseason action in the UAE. New Knicks coach Mike Brown will use the preseason to implement a faster style with a roster led by All-Stars Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges. The 76ers, coming off a 24–58 season, are treating the trip as a reset and team-building opportunity, taking part in practices, outings and community events including a youth clinic and visits to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Injuries remain a major storyline: Joel Embiid and Paul George are recovering from knee surgery and are not expected to play in Abu Dhabi, and guard Jared McCain is sidelined with a UCL tear. The event also features an expanded NBA District fan festival with legends, concerts and interactive programming, streamed via NBA League Pass as part of the league’s multi-year partnership with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism.

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