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New York Knicks vs Phoenix Suns: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The New York Knicks (6-4) visit the Phoenix Suns (3-6) on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, at Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ. TV: NBA TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Phoenix Suns vs New York Knicks.

NBAThursday, December 31, 2026
New York Knicks logoNew York Knicks6-4
9:00 PM ETDec 31, 2026
Phoenix Suns logoPhoenix Suns3-6
DateDec 31, 2026
Time9:00 PM ET
VenueMortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ
TVNBA TV

Team comparison

New York KnicksPhoenix Suns
Points per game
110.6
110.6
Points allowed per game
102.3
119.0
6-4Record3-6
3rd in Atlantic DivisionStanding3rd in Pacific Division
2-2Road record / home record3-3
WWWWLLast 5LWWLL
W4StreakL1

Team stats

New York KnicksPhoenix Suns
W4StreakL1
Points Against
102.3
119.0
6-4Last Ten Games3-6
Points Per Game
109.9
110.6
Field Goal %
43
46
Three Point %
36
36
Rebounds Per Game
48.3
38.8
Assists Per Game
26.1
27.1
Blocks Per Game
4.3
5.1
Steals Per Game
7.3
8.6
Team Turnovers Per Game
1.2
0.7
Total Turnovers Per Game
14.8
14.0

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

New York Knicks
Josh Hart G · Illness
Out
Phoenix Suns
Mark Williams C · Shoulder - Surgery
Out

Recent form

New York KnicksWWWWL
Nov 10, 2026 · vs Milwaukee BucksW 117-85
Nov 7, 2026 · at Cleveland CavaliersW 109-97
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Chicago BullsW 135-105
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Brooklyn NetsW 103-90
Oct 30, 2026 · at Philadelphia 76ersL 93-98
Phoenix SunsLWWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · vs San Antonio SpursL 96-122
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Houston RocketsW 102-99
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Orlando MagicW 117-104
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 119-132
Nov 2, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 113-116

Season series

Series starts 12/31
Jan 26, 2027PHX 0, NY 0
Dec 31, 2026NY 0, PHX 0

Team pages

New York Knicks
Schedule, roster and statsPhoenix Suns
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is New York Knicks vs Phoenix Suns?

The game is on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET at Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ.

How can I watch New York Knicks vs Phoenix Suns?

TV: NBA TV.

What are the records of the New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns?

New York Knicks: 6-4. Phoenix Suns: 3-6.

Who is injured for New York Knicks vs Phoenix Suns?

Listed out or doubtful: New York Knicks: Josh Hart. Phoenix Suns: Mark Williams. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is New York Knicks vs Phoenix Suns played?

Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ.

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