Mikal Bridges saves Knicks with OT buzzer-beater vs. Trail Blazers
PORTLAND – With more time than usual thanks to another overtime, Mikal Bridges scored for the Knicks more than anyone else, hitting the biggest shot of the Knicks' career. In his pre-game comments on Tom Thibodeau's minutes distribution, he wanted fewer, especially so that New York reserves could get more opportunities – Bridge became the […]
Tom Thibodeau denies Mikal Bridges asking him to reduce Knicks starters’ minutes
PORTLAND – After Mikal Bridges claimed he asked Tom Thibodeau to cut back on a few minutes, the coach denied that such a conversation occurred when controversy came out at Knicks World on Wednesday over playing time. Bridges, the NBA Ironman and Minute Leader, said he spoke about giving Tibodeau and the bench a worthy […]
Knicks think they have answer to thwarting Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart strategy
SACROMENTO – The opposite team has been protecting Josh Hart regularly using wings to protect Karl Anthony's town and center. This is a strategy built to stop surrounding towns while still having space for the heart, three-point line, struggling with the tray this season. The Knicks were mostly unable to take advantage of the size […]
P.J. Tucker a ‘realist’ about spark he can give Knicks after long wait for NBA return
SACROMENTO – PJ Tucker understands his reputation as a fierce nose player trying to speak out about his discomfort. He accepts it – “I'm just a realist,” Tucker said. But the 39-year-old, who officially became Nick on Monday, is also the encouragement of his struggling teammates, a trait raised in the context of Mikal Bridges' […]
Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns soaking up wisdom from Patrick Ewing
LOS ANGELES – Karl Anthony Towns learns from one of the best Patrick Ewings. “How is it dope? It's dope like hell,” the town said. “Blessing and I can say I'm on the bus with Patrick Ewing and go to the game. “You always learn a bit here, then you ask him for that help, […]
Knicks to sign veteran P.J. Tucker to 10-day contract for gritty depth
LOS ANGELES – The Knicks are leading the tough, veteran NBA champion into the mix. The 39-year-old PJ Tucker is set to sign a 10-day deal with the Knicks, league sources confirmed Saturday. New York's appeal to Tucker, who hasn't played this season, is rooted in his experience and the enforcer mentality, sources said. Tucker's […]
Knicks are spitting image of what happens after The Innocent Climb
We sometimes go back to this term. That was the brainchild of Pat Riley, when he was the Knicks coach and had enough time to land on the bestseller list with a self-help book called “The Winner Insion.” The term in question is “The Innocent Climb,” and if you've had nickel for every coach from […]
NBA news: Draymond Green makes bold claim about why Knicks star missed game
This week's Karl Anthony Towns missed the game, but it was revealed that he initially missed the game for “personal reasons.” After rumors circulated, Jordyn Woods, a best friend of his town girlfriend, died of breast cancer. The town returned to the team two days after funeral services, but Draymond Green apparently had heard another […]
Jalen Brunson-less Knicks fade in final minutes in loss to Clippers
LOS ANGELES – Living without Jalen Brunson was as difficult as expected. Especially during crunch time. The Knicks were inactive due to a sprained ankle, and they scored just 10 points in the final seven minutes, overwhelming the stretch with a 105-95 Friday night loss to the Clippers. Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Dan, left, […]
Knicks sliding from third seed would have playoffs silver lining
LOS ANGELES – On Thursday night, a rather rather post-game press conference asked Tom Thibodeau to be robbed. “Do you think you'll be down the home stretch and pulling some away and letting some rest?” the reporter asked after the Knicks were slammed overtime by the Lakers. “Is it because you almost solidified two or […]