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Knicks and 76ers struggle early in NBA Eastern Conference
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Knicks and 76ers struggle early in NBA Eastern Conference

The New York Knicks have lost all four of their opening NBA games, including a heavy 148-98 defeat at the Toronto Raptors on 13 October. The Philadelphia 76ers have won one of their three games but suffered two recent losses, including a 144-106 defeat against the Boston Celtics.

The Knicks sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, 15th place with a minus 93 point difference, while the 76ers are 11th with a minus 21 point difference. Both teams have endured tough starts, with the Knicks losing their last four matches and the 76ers losing two of their last three.

The Knicks are currently playing the Raptors in a live game on 15 October, aiming to improve their form. The 76ers will look to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures as they try to climb the Eastern Conference table.

The New York Knicks are based in Manhattan, New York City, and the Philadelphia 76ers represent the Philadelphia metropolitan area. Both teams are competing in a highly competitive Eastern Conference this NBA season.

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