Knicks Travel to San Francisco Without Brunson Amid Kuminga Trade Buzz
San Francisco, January 15, 2026 – The New York Knicks, coming off a 112-101 loss to the Sacramento Kings, head to the Chase Center to face the Golden State Warriors in a cross-conference matchup. Star guard Jalen Brunson is ruled out with an ankle injury, the same issue that sidelined him for 15 games last season and two games this year. Meanwhile, all eyes are on Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, who became eligible for trade just hours before tip-off after sitting out 13 games.
Game Preview
The Knicks (25-15), second in the Eastern Conference Atlantic Division, have struggled on the road lately, going 8-11 away from home. They lost to the Phoenix Suns and Kings in their recent Western trip but sandwiched a win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Without Brunson, coach Mike Brown will rely on players like Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart to lead the offense.
The Warriors (22-19), eighth in the Western Conference Pacific Division, are on a hot streak at home, winning 14 of 22 games there. They cruised to a 119-97 victory over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday, showcasing their shooting with 23 three-pointers and 34 assists. Steph Curry, averaging 28.1 points per game, remains a key threat despite recent injuries to teammates.
Key Facts
| Team | Record | Home/Away | Last 10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Knicks | 25-15 (.625) | 17-4 Home, 8-11 Away | 4-6 |
| Golden State Warriors | 22-19 (.537) | 8-13 Home, 14-6 Away | 6-4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the game?
The game is scheduled for January 15, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET at the Chase Center in San Francisco.
Who is injured?
Jalen Brunson is out for the Knicks due to an ankle injury. Landry Shamet is questionable with a shoulder issue. For the Warriors, Seth Curry is out with a thigh injury.
What are the odds?
The Warriors are favored by 6.5 points, with an over/under of 228.5 points.