Breaking down Knicks’ trade assets, possible targets
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Knicks, led by Tom Thibodeau and Leon Rose, followed the same pattern. They started the season slowly, though not necessarily below expectations, and completed some mid-season trades aimed at realigning their rotation. The results in 3 out of 4 times were excellent. They needed another point guard in 2021, and the […]
Knicks’ Mikal Bridges plays in his 500th consecutive game
ORLANDO, Fla. — Ironman Mikal Bridges reached his 500th consecutive game with Sunday's 100-91 win over the Magic, a streak that began in his rookie game against the Suns. Considering recent circumstances, this is one of the most impressive accomplishments in the NBA. There are very few players these days who can play 82 games […]
Knicks get response they desperately needed in win over Magic
ORLANDO — With three days off after a humiliating loss to the Hawks and Trae Young smiling at the MSG logo, Sunday night was an opportunity for the Knicks to show some heart. They responded with a 100-91 victory in a physical battle, and while the performance was chippy, choppy and messy, it was enough […]
Knicks’ Tom Thibodeau praises Bill Belichick’s UNC move
ORLANDO — Tom Thibodeau, a longtime fan and friend of Bill Belichick, praised his move to UNC, calling him the “greatest coach of all time” while naming the former ESPN official by name. I called. “I think (going to the NCAA) is more appealing now than it's probably ever been,” Thibodeau said. “Universities are hiring […]
Tom Thibodeau disagrees that Knicks have defensive problems
Tom Thibodeau disagrees with the idea that the Knicks have problems on defense. Yes, there are areas that can be improved, but the team's coach believes they are making progress. “I think we’re in the top 10 in points allowed. [12th] “We're fifth in points in the paint, fifth in fast break points and top […]
Jalen Brunson’s blunt response to Isaiah Hartenstein’s Knicks dig
Isaiah Hartenstein claimed he would not have allowed Trae Young to celebrate with a Knicks logo at the Garden during the Hawks' NBA Cup quarterfinal victory on Wednesday. Here's Jalen Brunson's answer: “Isaiah isn't here,” the Knicks captain said after practice Saturday. Trae Young pretends to roll the dice during the Hawks vs. Knicks game […]
Knicks trying to solve identity crisis as consistency woes continue
A third of the season is coming to an end, and the Knicks, coming off a heartbreaking loss to franchise nemesis Trae Young, are still searching for the gritty, relentless identity that saw them overcome last season's mountain of adversity. There is. Josh Hart cites two reasons, or people. “Obviously Donte.” [DiVincenzo] He was a […]
Knicks blast Adam Silver for dragging out Raptors investigation
The Knicks blamed commissioner Adam Silver's bias for stalling the NBA's investigation into the explosive allegations against the Raptors. “For months, we have been waiting for direction from the NBA on the next steps in this matter. “This proves our contention that there is no such thing,” a statement to The Theater said. Post from […]
Knicks eliminated from NBA Cup tourney in ugly loss to Hawks
Nicks wasn't ready for the adult trip. Tom Thibodeau's team froze in a 108-100 loss to the Hawks and was eliminated from the NBA Cup quarterfinals as arch-rival Trae Young once again provoked his favorite arena. Instead of heading to Sin City for the semifinals, the Knicks will next travel to Mickey Mouse territory, Orlando, […]
Tom Thibodeau hints one referee was a problem in Knicks’ loss
Coach Tom Thibodeau didn't name anyone, but he did say he felt referee Jasyn Goble was a problem in Wednesday's 108-100 loss to the Hawks. “I knew what was going to happen just by looking at who was officiating,” the Knicks coach said. Last season, the Knicks filed a formal protest against Houston, alleging Goble's […]