Hotels for New York Knicks vs. Denver Nuggets

A Monday night regular-season matchup pits an Eastern Conference contender against a Western Conference opponent, with the two sides not meeting often given the conference divide. Weeknight tip-off means a working crowd fills the seats: office workers ducking out early, season-ticket holders on a school night, families who picked this over a weekend date because it was easier to get.

Interconference games like this offer a look at a team fans might otherwise only catch once a year. Expect a fast pace and a building that stays loud whether the home side is up or grinding through a rough patch.

The world's most famous arena, Madison Square Garden sits atop Penn Station in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, home to the Knicks and Rangers and a legendary stage for the biggest concerts. Times Square, Broadway and countless restaurants are all within a short walk, making it one of the most central venues anywhere.

Penn Station's subway and rail lines are directly below. Booking a room in Midtown lets you walk to the show through the city's buzz and back to your bed within minutes.