Julius Randle sees Knicks matchup as just ‘another game’
Julius Randle didn't answer as extensively as Donte DiVincenzo about his first regular-season game against the Knicks since being traded to the Timberwolves in the offseason trade for Karl-Anthony Towns. Randle, a three-time All-Star in five seasons with the Knicks, gave a mostly brief response to Thursday night's matchup against his former team in Minnesota, […]
Knicks know Julius Randle challenge that comes vs. Timberwolves
The Knicks' pending visit to Minnesota clearly marks the return of Karl-Anthony Towns to the target center, but it will be the first time Julius Randle will face his old team after his blockbuster September trade with the Timberwolves. becomes. The three-time All-Star power forward did not play in the preseason game at the Garden, […]
Knicks, Raptors finally hear from NBA after months of ‘sitting’
The NBA has finally reached out to the Knicks and Raptors to investigate the allegations of file theft, the Post's Stephen Bondi reported on Monday. The matter was requested by a federal court after the Knicks filed a lawsuit against the Raptors accusing video coordinator Ike Azotamu, and the NBA had until Dec. 13 to […]
Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns doesn’t know what Minnesota greeting will be
ORLANDO — The NBA season is like a dog year. And having nine on the same team is unusual, especially in the era of Adam Silver's player empowerment/movement. From a local perspective, the last player Nick played for nine seasons with the franchise was Allan Houston nearly 20 years ago, but he missed 94 of […]
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 […]