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The 2019 NBA Draft came with high expectations for the New York Knicks, as they owned the third overall pick and had a chance to add a potential future All-Star to their locker room. RJ Barrett was the Knicks’ selection and while he has been undeniably productive for them through his first four seasons, he […]

Josh Hart made it clear this offseaon that he wanted to stay with the New York Knicks on a new, long-term contract after opting into his final year of his existing deal. On Wednesday, the Knicks granted Hart’s wish, as it was reported the two sides were finalizing a four-year extension in the ballpark of […]

While they have not brought in a big name All-Star through the years, the New York Knicks have quietly turned themselves into a contending franchise by finding versatile, contributing weapons at every single position. At the trade deadline last season, the Knicks expanded on their depth with this exact type of player in Josh Hart. […]

Of all of the New York Knicks players to catch flak for their performances over the past years, perhaps none have faced more criticism than star power forward Julius Randle, who signed a three-year, $63 million contract with the Knicks in 2019 and a four-year, $117 million contract extension to remain in the Big Apple […]

From the start of the 2017-18 season through the 2019-20 season, James Harden was arguably the most unstoppable player in the entire NBA. While he’s still a high-level talent and one of the best playmakers in the entire league, Harden has definitely regressed as a superstar since being traded. Initially dealt to the Brooklyn Nets […]

The New York Knicks had a pretty successful 2022-23 season. They defied expectations by making it to the playoffs before falling short in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. As they headed into the 2023 NBA offseason, there were several areas they needed to address to take the next step. As of this writing, they have already […]

The Philadelphia 76ers find themselves at a crucial crossroads as they contemplate the future of their star guard, James Harden. Keep in mind that Harden opted into his $35.6 million contract for the 2023-24 season, but he is actively seeking a trade. As such, the Sixers are faced with a significant decision that will reshape […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves seem ready to make a Karl-Anthony Towns trade following the disastrous Rudy Gobert trade last offseason. The team needs to try to salvage that move and start refilling its draft capital after giving it all away to the Utah Jazz. As for the New York Knicks, the team found something least offseason […]

In case any of you forgot, this is not D’Angelo Russell’s first stint with the Los Angeles Lakers. He was drafted by LA as the No. 2 overall pick back in 2015, and he actually had the chance to play alongside the late, great Kobe Bryant during D-Lo’s first two seasons in the league. Another […]

The New York Knicks haven’t always been able to sign the biggest names in free agency. However, in recent years, they’ve managed to get excellent production from some under-the-radar signings. With the Knicks looking to sign some free agents when the signing period begins June 30, we decided to look at the best free-agent signings […]

New York Knicks star Julius Randle was one of the top prospects in the 2014 NBA Draft class. He averaged a double-double of 15.1 points and 10.4 rebounds in his single season of college basketball with the Kentucky Wildcats. After his standout season at Kentucky, the storied Los Angeles Lakers franchise drafted Randle with the […]

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith was born in The Bronx. He loves his New York Knicks and has been an advocate for the team. Tuesday, Smith went off about the Knicks. He criticized forward Julius Randle, who recently appeared on the “Podcast P” show with Paul George. Here is what Smith said: “Come postseason time, […]

Julius Randle is one of the best power forwards in the NBA today. The fact that the New York Knicks star was voted as an All-Star this past season is a clear and undeniable testament to this fact. As it turns out, Randle knew that he was bound for greatness early on. As a young […]

Julius Randle has talked about the impact of Jalen Brunson on his game after the former Dallas Mavericks point guard moved to the New York Knicks prior to the 2022-23 season. Speaking on Podcast P with Paul George presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment, Randle said, “Maybe it’s just something about lefties. But as soon […]

New York Knicks do-it-all forward Julius Randle had nothing but praises for Denver Nuggets superstar big man Nikola Jokic when he spoke about the freshly minted NBA champion during a recent appearance on the Podcast P with Paul George presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment. “Yeah, the joker, bro. I remember that, too,” Randle said […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward and current New York Knicks star Julius Randle had a lot to say about his early years playing with Kobe Bryant. Drafted 7th overall in 2014, Randle was entering a struggling Lakers team that featured an aging, injury-riddled version of Kobe Bryant and not much else. Kobe, who was always […]

Julius Randle has loved being with the New York Knicks after beginning his career with the Los Angeles Lakers and then spending one season as a member of the New Orleans Pelicans. At times, it hasn’t been easy playing for the Knicks, especially with the lofty expectations that come with the fan base. However, Randle […]

Memphis Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr recently made headlines for saying that NBA 2K has improved his shot blocking ability. When New York Knicks star Julius Randle was asked about it, he doubled down on Jackson’s NBA 2K take, via Podcast P with Paul George presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment. "I know a lot […]

Julius Randle is coming off arguably his best season as a pro. Unfortunately for him, his forgettable performance in Game 6 of their NBA Playoffs second-round matchup against eventual Eastern Conference champs, the Miami Heat, is what he’s most remembered by at this point. As such, it isn’t at all surprising that there have been […]

While the New York Knicks managed to make it to the Eastern Conference semifinals in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, things certainly didn’t go their way in their series against the Miami Heat, who dispatched the Knicks in six games. While New York as a whole struggled, it was a particularly brutal postseason for Julius Randle. […]

For quite some time, the New York Knicks have been looking for ways to get back to being a championship contender in the Eastern Conference. There were shades of hope when they acquired Carmelo Anthony in 2010, but the Knicks have not been to the Eastern Conference Finals since 2000 and they have been very […]

The New York Knicks fizzled out in the 2023 NBA Playoffs behind a subpar performance by All-Star forward Julius Randle, leading to expected speculation about his playing future, especially with multiple star players appearing as if they’ll be available in trade talks this offseason. Perhaps, with the Miami Heat’s 3-1 lead on the Boston Celtics […]

The New York Knicks put together their best season in nearly a decade, as they finished with 47 wins and advanced to the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Jalen Brunson’s first season with the team was very successful and after taking a step backwards a season ago, Julius Randle once again proved to be on of the […]

Former Knicks star Carmelo Anthony is relieved not to be the topic of conversation for the New York media anymore. Anthony made headlines yesterday when he officially announced his retirement from the sport of basketball. It brings an end to a 19-year career for one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history as well […]

The New York Knicks made it further in the 2023 NBA Playoffs than they have in a decade. However, the team was within two points of the Miami Heat in Game 6 with the ball and 30 seconds to play, and they couldn’t get it done and force a Game 7. After yet another disappointing […]

Julius Randle’s wife, Kendra Randle, didn’t hold back as she responded to Kenyon Martin and the haters who were criticizing her husband’s act after the New York Knicks’ Game 6 defeat to the Miami Heat on Friday. For those who missed it, after New York’s brutal 96-92 loss to the Heat, Randle proceeded to kiss […]

There’s no denying that New York Knicks fans are a passionate bunch. As a matter of fact, you could argue that New York in general has one of the most intense fan bases in all of professional sports. As such, it comes as no surprise that the supporters were not at all pleased after watching […]

Julius Randle is a wanted man by New York Knicks fans. Or rather an unwanted man. After a poor performance in a do-or-die Game 6 against the Miami Heat Friday, an angry group of Knickerbocker supporters who viewed the disheartening 96-92 loss at the Madison Square Garden watch party unleashed their wrath on the two-time […]

The New York Knicks postseason run came to a bitter end on Friday night, with the Knicks losing their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Miami Heat 4-2 after suffering a 96-92 loss in Game 6. While several players did not live up to expectations for the Knicks, the player who is getting the most […]

The calls for the New York Knicks to trade Julius Randle have already started. The Knicks’ star was brutal during the 2023 NBA Playoffs, prompting some fans and talking heads to demand that New York move on from its only All-NBA player. Executing a Julius Randle trade would be complicated for the Knicks. New York […]

The New York Knicks eliminated the Cleveland Cavaliers with a resounding 4-1 series victory in their first-round playoff series, but didn’t have the same success in the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Miami Heat. The Knicks put up a fight, but in the end, they didn’t have what it took to get by a battle-tested […]

A fantastic New York Knicks season came to an end against the Miami Heat on Friday night. The Knicks went on to lose Game 6 by a final score of 96-92, thanks largely to a 24-point, eight-rebound performance from Heat star Jimmy Butler. Arguably the most disappointing storyline from the Knicks’ Game 6 loss was […]

ESPN’s Stephen A Smith has been a long-time New York Knicks loyalist. This only means that much like any Knicks supporter out there, Stephen A has been through his fair share of misery through the years. It was another heartbreaking end to the season on Friday night as Smith watched his Knicks suffer a series-ending […]

The union of Julius Randle and the New York Knicks has had its share of ups-and-downs over the last four years, but even the most critical fans would begrudgingly admit he has contributed to the most success the franchise has enjoyed in a decade. The 28-year-old is again being formally recognized for it after earning […]

New York Knicks star Julius Randle has made it a tradition to kiss his wife following each game he plays in. He did the same following Game 5 against the Miami Heat, and for some reason Kenyon Martin thought this was a bad look. Kenyon Martin on Julius Randle(via @HecBreezo) https://t.co/X3dD6hHv9X — Alex B. (@KnicksCentral) […]

Winning their first playoff series since 2013 this year, the New York Knicks have run into a little bit of a roadblock going up against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Entering Wednesday night, the Knicks trailed the Heat 3-1 in the series and as always, the New York media was all over […]

With Monday night’s loss, the New York Knicks find themselves down 3-1 in their best-of-seven semifinal matchup against the Miami Heat. While there are several factors that have played a part in the club’s unfavorable standing in their round two matchup, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith seems to be quick in pointing his fingers at big […]

The New York Knicks are not having a good time right now. After knocking out the Cleveland Cavaliers with relative ease, New York is now struggling to keep up with the Miami Heat in the second round. They are getting outworked by the eighth-seeded Miami squad on both ends of the floor. The effort by […]

Julius Randle and the New York Knicks have their backs pressed hard against the wall. One more loss and they’re going to be packing for an early vacation following their 109-101 defeat in Game 4 of their series against Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. Those looking for a major reason why the Heat managed […]