After dropping their season-opener against Philadelphia, the New York Knicks are back in action tonight against another team looking for their first win.

The Boston Celtics host the Knicks tonight, Oct. 23, for the first NBA on Prime game of the season.

On Tuesday, the Celtics opened the 2026-27 NBA season with a road loss against Detroit.

Just a few hours later, the Knicks began their title defense against a new-look Philadelphia squad. Despite leading by 10 points three times in the second quarter, the Knicks lost, 106-100, in a game that “put [their] egos in check.”

New Celtics center Mitchell Robinson will face his old team tonight, too; Robinson signed with the Celtics in the offseason after winning the NBA championship as a Knick.

When do the Knicks play again?

The Knicks are back in action tonight, Oct. 23, against the Boston Celtics.

Knicks vs. Celtics start time

Knicks vs. Celtics will tip off at 7 p.m. ET.

How to watch Knicks vs. Celtics for free

Tonight’s Knicks vs. Celtics matchup streams exclusively on Prime Video nationwide, so you’ll have to be an Amazon Prime subscriber to watch the game.

If you aren’t a Prime Video subscriber yet, you can get started with a 30-day Amazon Prime free trial, including Prime perks like the Prime Video streaming service, free two-day shipping, exclusive deals, and more. After the free trial, Amazon Prime costs $14.99/month or $139/year.

All 18- to 24-year-olds, regardless of student status, are eligible for a discounted Prime for Young Adults membership as well, with age verification. After a six-month free trial, you’ll pay 50% off the standard Prime monthly price of $14.99/month — just $7.49/month — for up to six years and get all the perks.

NBA on Prime: 2026-27 Knicks schedule

The Knicks have 10 scheduled NBA on Prime games for the 2026-27 season, not including any potential NBA Cup knockout games.

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