Miles McBride and Tyler Kolek get another chance at the Knicks’ leading position.
The Knicks brought in Malcolm Brogdon during training camp, hoping he could serve as the key backup to their All-Star point guard, Jalen Brunson. However, with Brogdon’s unexpected retirement just days before the regular season begins, first-year coach Mike Brown must now depend on existing players, such as combo guard Myles McBride and second-year player […]
Mike Brown managing early expectations for the Knicks: ‘It will require time’
Mike Brown’s Process with the Knicks Mike Brown recognizes that the Knicks are facing a process. There’s a lot to consider—from new offensive strategies to player rotations. It’ll definitely take some time for everything to fall into place as the season unfolds. He noted that, perhaps, it’s essential for the team to experience challenges to […]
Knicks’ approach to managing Mitchell Robinson’s playing time is becoming more defined
Mitchell Robinson’s Role with the Knicks Under Scrutiny The Knicks are starting to rethink their approach to Mitchell Robinson as Mike Brown embarks on his first season as head coach. They plan to carefully monitor Robinson’s playing time, especially since he missed practice recently to help manage his workload. It’s likely he’ll sit out of […]
Malcolm Brogdon of the Knicks unexpectedly retires just a week before the season begins.
Malcolm Brogdon Announces Retirement Just Before NBA Season Starts Only two weeks ago, during a preseason trip to Abu Dhabi, Malcolm Brogdon expressed genuine enthusiasm about his role with the Knicks as they approached the start of the season. At 32 years old and the previous year’s Sixth Man of the Year, he seemed eager […]
Dawn Staley believes the NBA is unlikely to hire a female coach following the Knicks interview.
Dawn Staley on Women in NBA Coaching South Carolina’s women’s basketball coach, Dawn Staley, expressed skepticism about seeing a woman appointed as an NBA head coach during her lifetime. At SEC Media Day on Tuesday, Staley, who interviewed for the Knicks’ head coaching position in July, noted that the interview felt genuine. She expressed a […]
Knicks understand that Guerschon Yabusele will need time to adjust
Gershon Yabusele’s Preseason Struggles Gershon Yabusele has been facing quite a challenge this preseason, as noted by his new head coach. At 29 years old, Yabusele has had a tough time finding his rhythm, particularly while shifting between various frontcourt roles. His performance during Monday’s game against the Wizards seemed particularly off. Yabusele, who joined […]
Mike Brown rests Knicks starters to better evaluate the roster in lopsided loss to Wizards
The Knicks fell to the Wizards 120-103 during their preseason game on Monday. Here are three takeaways from the game. Honestly, I feel for anyone who bought a ticket to see this. Honestly, it might have been more enjoyable to binge-watch Netflix or even sit in a dental chair. The Knicks rested all their key […]
The adjustments Mitchell Robinson of the Knicks is implementing to address free-throw difficulties
Mitchell Robinson Adjusts Free Throw Routine Mitchell Robinson is trying out a new free throw routine, hoping to address what many see as his biggest weakness, though the results so far aren’t entirely clear. Unlike last playoffs, when he took three dribbles, Robinson has switched to one bounce before shooting during the preseason. He’s also […]
Mike Brown welcomes the combination of Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson on the Knicks
Mike Brown seems quite confident about using the dual big-man lineup of Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson. They started together for the Knicks in their first three preseason games, and it looks like Brown plans to keep them in the same frontcourt regularly for the upcoming season. “It just brings a different dimension,” Brown remarked […]
Why Mike Brown has the Knicks functioning without a game plan
Knicks Preseason Under Mike Brown Focuses on Freestyle Play Mike Brown’s approach to the Knicks’ preseason is all about improvisation. After the team’s recent win, he made it clear that he hasn’t drawn up plays. Instead, his goal is for the players to absorb his strategies regarding pace and movement through instinctive play. This marks […]