# Knicks aim for back-to-back title with Wembanyama and LeBron

> Knicks start title defence as Wembanyama and LeBron prepare for NBA clash.
- Title: Knicks aim for back-to-back title with Wembanyama and LeBron
- Summary: Knicks start title defence as Wembanyama and LeBron prepare for NBA clash. New York Knicks seek back-to-back NBA championships with Victor Wembanyama's Spurs…
- Keywords: nba, new york knicks, jalen brunson, victor wembanyama, lebron james, philadelphia 76ers, san antonio spurs, oklahoma city thunder, news, world, Knicks, aim
- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/sports/2026/10/19/back-to-back-brunsons-knicks-begin-title-defence-with-wemby-and-lebron-waiting/239697
- Published: 2026-10-19T21:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nba, new york knicks, jalen brunson, victor wembanyama, lebron james, philadelphia 76ers, san antonio spurs, oklahoma city thunder, news, world
## Knicks begin title defence
New York Knicks led by Finals MVP Jalen Brunson aim for back-to-back NBA championships as the 2026 season starts.
## Towns disappointed with contract talks
Star center Karl-Anthony Towns expressed extreme disappointment over Knicks pausing contract extension talks with him and Josh Hart.
## Spurs target championship
Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs aim to win the 2027 championship after their 2013 Finals loss to Miami.
## LeBron joins 76ers
LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers to chase fifth championship after slashing salary for a fifth ring.
## 76ers retooled
Philadelphia 76ers feature LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and 21-year-old VJ Edgecombe.
## Heat add Giannis
Miami Heat acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo to form a lethal partnership with Bam Adebayo.
## Thunder challenge Spurs
Oklahoma City Thunder led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander aim to challenge Spurs after reaching Western Conference finals.
## Spurs' championship focus
Wembanyama says Spurs are fighting for the top spot of the mountain after their 2013 Finals loss to Miami.
## Knicks face 76ers
Knicks will play Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden on opening day of the 2026 NBA season.
## Key takeaway

New York Knicks seek back-to-back NBA championships with Victor Wembanyama's Spurs and LeBron James' 76ers as key rivals.