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Tom Thibodeau has not yet been hired as the New York Knicks head coach, but he is operating as though he will be manning the bench next season. Marc Berman of the New York Post reported on Friday that Thibodeau, widely considered as the favorite to land the Knicks job, has already begun watching the […]

Some have associated Tom Thibodeau’s NBA coaching style with one of the greatest coaches in NFL history in Bill Belichick. There have recently been more testimonials pertaining to this, with one of them coming from none other than another renowned name in the world of professional coaching: Rick Pitino. Speaking to Stefan Bondy of the […]

As the New York Knicks head-coaching search continues to heat up, Marc Berman of the New York Post released a story detailing one name that could be in the running, Mike Woodson, and one name that likely is not – Byron Scott. Scott had a fairly fruitful playing career in the ’80s and ’90s as […]

New York Knicks big man Mitchell Robinson has quietly been having an outstanding season for his team, despite how the Knicks have been pretty awful this term. Knicks team insider Ian Begley shared this very impressive bit about Robinson, and how he is primed to set the all-time NBA record for field goal percentage in […]

One of the benefits of not being invited to the Florida bubble is the fact that these NBA teams — aka the “Delete 8” — have been afforded more time to prepare for next season. It’s not exactly the best situation to be in, but at this point, we need to look at the silver […]

At this point, Devin Booker, Donovan Mitchell, Victor Oladipo, your best friend’s favorite player, and the head of your grandparents’ weekly bingo get-together have been mentioned as trade possibilities for the New York Knicks. Regardless of who’s potentially available for the right price, trading for a star shouldn’t be in the cards for the Knicks […]

Former Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Tom Thibodeau is still the favorite to land the New York Knicks’ head-coaching job despite Jason Kidd’s “great interview” with the club, per Marc Berman of the New York Post. Since Thibodeau already has a rapport with Leon Rose, most league observers had a sense that New […]

LaMelo Ball has been in a tornado of rumors as the NBA Draft Lottery approaches, recently linked with sole interest in the New York Knicks. His manager, Jermaine Jackson, seemed to indicate the report was not true in a direct message reply on Instagram. A tweet posted by Knicks Fan TV apparently showed Jackson denying the rumor […]

Here’s a popular sentiment: the Chicago Bulls would have won eight straight championships if Michael Jordan did not retire in 1993. Coming off their first three-peat, Jordan shocked the world by announcing his retirement from professional basketball. He ultimately spent a season and a half away from the game before making a triumphant return in […]

Jalen Rose has given his two cents on the current head coaching vacancy for the New York Knicks. According to Rose, himself a former New York Knicks player and current basketball analyst for ESPN, his top two candidates for the coaching job in New York would be Jason Kidd and Mark Jackson. “Two of the […]

The New York Knicks still remain one of the most prominent franchises in the NBA. They may have had an extended period in the dark during the 2010s, but this does not take away from the fact that the Knicks have a lot of resources. Over the years, this team have had no shortage of […]

In 2019, rumors swirled that James Dolan was considering putting the New York Knicks up for sale. (Those rumors, amid the expectations of landing Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and Zion Williamson, sparked the most exciting time for Knicks fans—of which I am one—in years.) In addition to owning the Knicks franchise since 1997, Dolan is […]

The New York Knicks formally interviewed Mike Woodson for the team’s head coaching gig on Friday. Woodson is the only Knicks coach to win a playoff series in 20 years. He compiled a record of 109-79 with the franchise in three seasons. The 2012-13 New York squad is the last team in franchise history to […]

LaMelo Ball is one of the top prospects in the upcoming NBA draft. The New York Knicks are in need of a playmaker in the backcourt. Is this a match made in heaven? Marc Berman of the New York Post reported back in May the Knicks had interest in selecting Ball. Additionally, the Ball family has made […]

Multiple teams believe New Orleans Pelicans point guard Lonzo Ball’s younger brother, LaMelo Ball, wants to get drafted by the New York Knicks, per Ian Begley of SNY. If the Knicks end up with a pick outside the top three in the 2020 draft, they will probably have to trade up to draft Ball, who […]

Former Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Tom Thibodeau has been presumed the frontrunner to fill the New York Knicks head coaching vacancy. On Thursday, he has his chance to impress the organization’s new front office, led by President Leon Rose. “Tom Thibodeau — the leading candidate for the New York Knicks coaching job […]

Since being drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 2003, Carmelo Anthony, then from Syracuse University eventually shot up to the ranks of NBA icons as one of the most feared scorers in the league. Back in 2003, Lebron James was the first pick overall, Melo was the third. Today, however, we’re going to talk about […]

The New York Knicks have an extensive list of candidates that will interview for the head coach position, with veteran helmsman Tom Thibodeau as the frontrunner of that race. However, some Knicks insiders feel Jason Kidd could be the lone long-shot threat to take that vacancy over Thibodeau, according to Marc Berman of The New […]

Even though veteran point guard Raymond Felton is not currently employed by a NBA franchise, he has spent 14 seasons atop the highest level and definitely knows a thing or two about how the game works. With his playing future now as uncertain as it ever has been, there is no doubt that Felton would […]

The New York Knicks are under new leadership, and Leon Rose’s hiring of William “Worldwide” Wesley might help them get a foot in the door in a potential trade for Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker. Marc Berman of the New York Post recently assessed some of the Knicks’ potential trade targets. Booker is reportedly the player to […]

It was recently revealed that the NBA is in discussions to create a second so-called “bubble” in Chicago for the eight teams not invited to Walt Disney World for the resumption of the 2019-20 eseason. This has been met with mixed responses, with the New York Knicks showing zero interest in the idea. But at […]

Nothing is more satisfying than seeing a rookie thrive on a team with a great fit. On the other hand, it’s also a big shame when rookies land on teams that they can’t grow into. In the upcoming draft, teams will try to make the most out of it and come out with the best […]

The NBA is making plans for a second “bubble” for the eight teams not involved in the restart in Orlando. But the New York Knicks do not appear keen on the idea. Marc Berman of the New York Post reported the Knicks were the only team “not on call” with respect to the proposal for the Chicago […]

The NBA is close to “signing off on a second ‘bubble’ in Chicago” for the eight teams not invited to Florida, according to ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan. Like the Orlando ‘bubble’ for the league’s other 22 teams, participation in the Chicago plan may not be required. “I’m told the second bubble idea still needs to be […]

New York Knicks legend Patrick Ewing believes Tom Thibodeau is a “great candidate” to be the next head coach in the Big Apple. Thibodeau is one of the frontrunners to land the Knicks job. However, new president of basketball operations Leon Rose is expected to be diligent in the hiring process. Ewing, arguably the best […]

Since becoming the youngest MVP in NBA history with his hometown Chicago Bulls in 2011, Derrick Rose has undergone four knee surgeries, been traded twice and even been waived once. Rose has played for the New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons since his trade from the Bulls in the summer of […]

Wednesdays officially marks a year since the 2019 free agency started. There were some good deals made, but we’re going to look at the worst 2019 NBA free agency contracts, decisions and moves. After winning a championship with the Toronto Raptors, Kawhi Leonard went home to Los Angeles to play for the Clippers. Meanwhile, Kevin […]

The New York Knicks are projected to have upwards of $50 million in cap space when the NBA offseason commences, and Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet could be a potential recipient of that money. In a conversation on The Athletic, former league executive and stats wizard John Hollinger says that he’s heard VanVleet’s name connected […]

The eight NBA teams outside of the Disney World bubble that have been eliminated from the restart of the 2019-20 season won’t get to hold the summer tournament some had aspired to get in recent negotiations with the league. Some eliminated teams had hoped for a tournament between the “Delete Eight” to make up for […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard is one of the few remaining guys in the NBA that puts an extremely high price on loyalty. He’s one of those lifers, and we definitely respect that. As of writing, Lillard has already signed a couple of huge extension deals with the Blazers, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, […]

At long last, it seems that Tom Thibodeau will be returning to the NBA. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, Thibs is still the favorite to land the prestigious head coaching gig for the New York Knicks: .@ShamsCharania: “Kevin Knox, for whatever reason, has failed to gain traction within the Knicks, and […]

Despite their efforts to develop young talent, the lowly New York Knicks have not really been able to do so with second-year forward Kevin Knox. This is why the youngster is now at the the forefront of the latest rumors out of New York. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Knox’s future with the […]

LeBron James met with the New York Knicks during the summer of 2010 when he was an unrestricted free agent. The Knicks felt good about their chances to sign The King, but the meeting with LeBron was reportedly a disaster, per Bill Simmons of The Ringer. Via Dan Feldman of NBC Sports: “From everyone that […]

The New York Knicks waived guard Allonzo Trier in order to claim recently waived Brooklyn Nets swingman Theo Pinson, per SNY’s Ian Begley. Knicks have claimed ex-Net Theo Pinson, per SNY sources. New York will waive Allonzo Trier to make room for Pinson, sources say. — Ian Begley (@IanBegley) June 26, 2020 Theo Pinson was […]

New York Knicks owner James Dolan has shared his plan to stage a benefit concert for COVID-19 survivors with antibodies at Madison Square Garden. Dolan penned an article via The New York Post detailing the intentions of his plan, as well as some general information about it. According to Dolan, there are certain parts of […]

Former New York Knicks star point guard Stephon Marbury isn’t a fan of the Knicks’ hiring of William Wesley. New York hired Wesley as their new executive vice president and senior basketball adviser on Wednesday. Marbury, upon seeing the news, blasted the move, calling Wesley “World Wide Sucker” instead of his nickname of “World Wise […]

Mike Woodson is one of the candidates for the New York Knicks head coaching post. In light of this development, Woodson looked back on his first stint in New York, sharing his insights on why Carmelo Anthony thrived as a power forward. Woodson was named head coach of the Knicks in the second half of […]

New York Knicks president of basketball operations Leon Rose has a message for the New York faithful. During an interview with MSG’s Mike Breen, Rose revealed his “pledge” for Knicks fans. “No one deserves a winner more than Knicks fans,” Leon Rose said, via Steve Popper of Newsday. “I know it’s been tough. But my […]

New York Knicks president of basketball operations Leon Rose told MSG’s Mike Breen that he’s hoping to hire the team’s next head coach “by the end of July.” Rose also confirmed multiple reports saying that Mike Miller is under consideration for the job. Miller took over for David Fizdale and led the Knicks to a […]