December 20, 2024
Yes, New York Knicks fans, the Karl-Anthony Towns-homecoming mode was indeed activated. Just in case New York City hoops fans were concerned about the uncontrollable drool pouring down their chins all night, take solace in the idea that it was a common symptom caused by “KATilitis,” which creeps up when a certain hooper takes his …
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December 18, 2024
Ah, yes, the holiday season, when little kids can showcase their youthful energy while adults can rewind the clock for at least a little bit. Although New York Knicks fans haven’t been able to wholly enjoy the holiday season for the greater part of the last two decades—hey, let’s be honest—that’s no longer the case …
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December 18, 2024
Perhaps Thursday night’s atmosphere won’t resemble the same “I’m Coming Home” type vibe New York Knicks fans witnessed when Carmelo Anthony initially stepped onto the Big Apple hoops scene. Then again, it’s not like the Minnesota Timberwolves feature a rich history of all-time organizational greats. Karl-Anthony Towns makes his anticipated return to Minnesota Thursday night …
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December 17, 2024
The New York Knicks recalled rookie forward/guard Pacome Dadiet from the G League on Tuesday. The news comes a day after the Knicks assigned rookie guard Tyler Kolek and forward Matt Ryan to the G League’s Westchester Knicks. Considering the Knicks are amid a four-game layoff—as the NBA Cup does its relatively meaningless thing in …
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December 12, 2024
When the tough got going, the New York Knicks never got tough. No, this certainly isn’t the same squad that gritted their way to Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals a year ago. The 2024-25 version—with Karl-Anthony Towns—is theoretically better equipped to handle the crux of today’s free-wheeling NBA that features the 3-pointer and …
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December 11, 2024
Just one more win sends the New York Knicks to Las Vegas. Standing in their way is villain Trae Young’s Atlanta Hawks, who are set for the Madison Square Garden lights on Wednesday night. Details and TV Info (How to Watch) The Knicks and Hawks are set to tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET from …
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December 11, 2024
Well, there’s nothing left but the laughing and crying. Unfortunately for New York Knicks forward Josh Hart, he’s firmly stuck in the latter emotional column. Despite proudly displaying his previous confidence, Hart, who’s a diehard New York Yankees fan, had to contend with the record-breaking Juan Soto-New York Mets signing. After simply posting “damn” on …
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December 10, 2024
With Sunday’s defeat to the New Orleans Saints, the New York Giants, eliminated from playoff contention last week, have now lost their 19th straight game while playing from behind heading into the third quarter. Even worse, the New York Jets’ loss to the Miami Dolphins has now barred them from the playoffs for the 14th …
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December 05, 2024
Of late, New York has welcomed a season of change. One of the best things to happen to broadcasting for the New York Yankees was the early departure of John Sterling, which likely precipitates Suzyn Waldman to also leave prematurely. Ever since Phil Rizzuto, Bobby Murcer, and Bill White aged out of broadcasting, the Yankees’ …
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November 29, 2024
The New York Knicks rebounded from a horrendous effort in Dallas by knocking off the shorthanded Charlotte Hornets, a squad that has now lost four straight games. The 99-98 final doesn’t even begin to describe how gritty this game ultimately turned out to be for the road team. Yet again, Tom Thibodeau’s team suffered from …
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November 27, 2024
It’s amazing to realize a singular postseason produced a trio of dramatic Game 5s without including the first round. It’s befuddling to remember that this trio involved one NBA team. The 1993-94 New York Knicks produced drama beyond a broadcaster’s imagination. Without Michael Jordan—who shockingly retired to play baseball—the NBA on NBC graciously accepted the …
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November 27, 2024
For Jerry West, the accolades are far too many to count. In just over two weeks’ time, this past summer, the NBA lost two titanic personalities in Bill Walton and Mr. West, whose impact on the game spanned the hardwood, courtside, and executive offices. On the merit of compiling 42 points, 13 rebounds, and 12 …
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November 26, 2024
Well, Tom Thibodeau must have had a few choice words for his team after Saturday’s horrific performance in Utah because the entire squad came out like gangbusters in Denver. OG Anunoby‘s career-high 40 points paced the New York Knicks to a dominant 145-118 win over the Denver Nuggets in the Rocky Mountains on Monday night. …
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November 22, 2024
One team is riding a four-game winning streak, whereas the other squad has lost four straight. What do you think is bound to happen? No matter the answer, the New York Knicks will indeed take on the Utah Jazz in a Saturday matinee (local time). It’ll mark the Knicks’ second of a season-high five-game road …
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November 22, 2024
New York Knicks fans (and New York Rangers fans, for that matter) have been incredibly spoiled throughout the years in one department: broadcasting. Now, we can add another name to the mix: Jamal Crawford, a man who spent parts of five seasons in New York (2004-05 to 2008-09), averaging 17.6 points and 4.4 assists per …
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November 21, 2024
Again, can we all calm down just a little bit? As detailed yesterday, when pleading with New York Knicks fans to stop slandering head coach Tom Thibodeau, this new-look squad needed time to gel. A day later, the Knicks won their fourth-straight game, 138-122, over the Phoenix Suns out west. As usual, the squad’s one-two …
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November 20, 2024
Can we all relax now? After winning three straight games and improving to 8-6 on the season, the New York Knicks have allowed their fanbase to take a breath. If only Knicks fans would cut Tom Thibodeau more of the break he deserves. With the Knicks set to embark on their season-long five-game road trip—starting …
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November 12, 2024
In what The Ringer’s Bill Simmons classified as his too-early “Two-Week NBA Power Poll” on his podcast, last week, Simmons took issue with Tom Thibodeau’s usage of newly acquired Mikal Bridges. To Simmons, Bridges, who cost the New York Knicks a bevy of picks and pick swaps, was merely “irrelevant” down the stretch in recent …
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October 27, 2024
When you’re analyzing teams and players this early in an NBA season, it’s important to focus on trends that are sustainable. Miles McBride is not going to hit 85.7% of his threes this season. OG Anunoby isn’t going to make 12.5% of his. It’s too early to worry about shooting efficiency. What we can begin …
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October 23, 2024
Not one person watching the Boston Celtics run the New York Knicks out of the building Tuesday night could overlook Reggie Miller’s glee. Miller, the former Knick-killer, called the game for TNT alongside the great Kevin Harlan, who—contrary to popular belief—has at least some regard for humanity. And the more the 2024-25 NBA season opener …
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October 22, 2024
After years away from the game, NBC looks to reclaim its place in the NBA landscape, a move that likely spells doom for the NBA on TNT and the end of “Inside the NBA” with Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal, a celebrated entity more so for its balance of personalities and …
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October 22, 2024
In our 2024-25 New York Knicks statistical preview series, we’ll be breaking down key members of the roster from an analytical perspective, focusing on three specific categories for each player: We begin with the Knicks’ newest All-Star, Karl-Anthony Towns. Effect of roster changes Back to the center position After spending the majority of his first …
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October 22, 2024
In our 2024-25 New York Knicks statistical preview series, we’ll be breaking down key members of the roster from an analytical perspective, focusing on three specific categories for each player: We begin with the Knicks’ defensive demon, OG Anunoby. Effect of roster changes More balance between positions/More time on perimeter One of the best traits …
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October 22, 2024
In our 2024-25 New York Knicks statistical preview series, we’ll be breaking down key members of the roster from an analytical perspective, focusing on three specific categories for each player: We begin with the Knicks’ beloved franchise point guard, Jalen Brunson. Effect of roster changes Healthier shot volume Brunson’s surge to MVP candidacy in the …
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