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New York Knicks · 5 years agoReporter goes off at Knicks PR for only giving him two minutes with RJ Barrett

Today’s debacle involving the New York Knicks comes in the form of an NBA reporter absolutely going off on the team’s PR for allegedly not giving him enough mic time with New York rookie RJ Barrett. According to beat writer Ryan Wolstat, he was left incensed by the team’s decision to significantly cut down Barrett’s availability […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks' RJ Barrett should be healthy for dream opportunity in Rising Stars Challenge

New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett’s recovery from a sprained ankle appears to be on track, with a recent report emerging that the highly touted 19-year-old is set to make his return to the court at some point this week. Marc Berman of the New York Post reports that the former Duke standout is very […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks' RJ Barrett retiring 'Maple Mamba' nickname out of respect for Kobe Bryant

New York Knicks rookie shooting guard RJ Barrett will retire his “Maple Mamba” nickname, he told reporters Tuesday, after the tragic passing of retired Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. The 19-year-old Barrett, a Canadian native, went by the nickname, combining the heritage of his northern home country and the ferocity of the future Hall […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks' RJ Barrett to be re-evaluated in one week after transitioning to walking boot

New York Knicks rookie guard RJ Barrett will be re-evaluated in a week after transitioning to a walking boot as he deals with his right ankle sprain, according to the team. Barrett suffered the injury during the Knicks’ loss to the Phoenix Suns on Jan. 16 and has not played since. The 19-year-old has been […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoDwyane Wade reveals why he's a big fan of Knicks rookie RJ Barrett

Dwayne Wade retired as one of the best two guards in NBA history. In 16 seasons, Wade accumulated 13 All-Star Game appearances, three NBA championships, eight All-NBA selections and a Finals MVP award in 2006. The Miami Heat legend dominated the NBA for over a decade but, with his time now over, it is time […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoSteve Nash sees RJ Barrett evolving into a 'great playmaker'

Steve Nash has seen plenty of New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett thanks in part to the latter’s participation with the Canadian national team. Nash is also Barrett’s godfather, so there’s a personal interest there. The dime maestro sees some good playmaking chops from the Knicks youngster, something he envisions will only evolve with time: […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoSteve Nash says Knicks rookie RJ Barrett still needs to work on his 'quickness and dexterity'

NBA Hall of Famer Steve Nash is keeping a close eye on the young career of his godson, New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett. The two-time MVP, who is considered the best Canadian player in NBA history, believes the 19-year-old player out of Duke has what it takes to bring New York back to relevance […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks coach Mike Miller confident RJ Barrett will 'bounce back quick' from ankle injury

New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett went down in the third quarter of their 121-98 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night with an ankle injury. Apparently, this is the first time that Barrett had suffered a high ankle sprain as he did on Thursday. Nevertheless, Knicks head coach Mike Miller believes their 2019 […]

Los Angeles Lakers · 5 years agoKnicks rookie RJ Barrett reacts to facing Lakers superstar LeBron James for the first time

LOS ANGELES – After the Los Angeles Lakers lost Anthony Davis to a back injury following a scary fall on Tuesday at the Staples Center, three-time NBA champion LeBron James took it upon himself to pick the slack against the New York Knicks. The perennial All-Star was able to do just that and left quite […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoSteve Nash proud of godson, Knicks rookie RJ Barrett, after performance vs. Clippers

NBA Hall of Famer Steve Nash was at the Staples Center on Sunday as he watched his godson and fellow Canadian RJ Barett of the New York Knicks take on the Los Angeles Clippers. Although the home team did come away with a 135-132 win, Barrett’s inspired play was one of the bright spots for […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoTo escape the NBA's cellar, the Knicks need RJ Barrett and Mitchell Robinson to fulfill their potential

The New York Knicks need to escape the NBA’s cellar. A team can’t continually be in the bottom third of the NBA in wins and be competing for the number-one pick in the draft on a yearly basis and expect to magically turn a corner. The only way the Knicks are escaping this stagnated, rebuilding […]

Minnesota Timberwolves · 5 years agoWhat could Timberwolves receive in return for Karl-Anthony Towns?

To be clear, I don’t think that Karl-Anthony Towns is currently being shopped and it should be no surprise to anyone that he is being reported as “unhappy” with the Minnesota Timberwolves after recently losing 11 straight games and likely playoff hopes along with it. That being said, Towns could reach a point where he […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRUMOR: RJ Barrett, Mitchell Robinson are the only untouchable players for Knicks

With yet another disastrous season unfolding right in front of them after a similarly disheartening offseason, the New York Knicks are looking to be active sellers heading up to the February trade deadline. According to Keith Smith of Yahoo Sports, however, word around the NBA is that the Knicks are open to trading everyone on […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks' RJ Barrett not letting a drama-filled rookie season faze him

New York Knicks guard RJ Barrett is only in his first NBA season, but he has already seen the dark side of the league. Earlier this month, the Knicks fired head coach David Fizdale amidst a brutal start, and New York in general has been a mess this year with a 7-21 record. But Barrett […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRJ Barrett, Mitchell Robinson are youngest duo in Knicks history to score 20+ points each in same game

In their win over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday, RJ Barrett and Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knicks dropped 27 and 22 points respectively, making them the youngest duo in franchise history to score at least 20 points each in a game. In addition to the snagging the franchise record, Barrett and Mitchell logged […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks rookie RJ Barrett speaks on David Fizdale firing

New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett has given his sentiments regarding the team’s decision to fire head coach David Fizdale and assistant coach Keith Smart. Barrett, the third-overall pick of the 2019 NBA Draft, thanked his former coaches for everything that they have done for him as he started his young career with the Knicks. […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoBrad Stevens says RJ Barrett 'looks way above his age'

Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens is impressed with New York Knicks rookie forward RJ Barrett. Stevens says Barrett “looks way above his age.” “The first time I saw him in person up close here was the third game of the season and his body, physicality, skill level, all ready for the NBA. I think […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRaptors' Fred VanVleet believes Knicks' RJ Barrett will be a 'good young player in the league'

Fred VanVleet of the Toronto Raptors got his first view of New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett on Wednesday. From VanVleet’s perspective, the third overall pick of the 2019 NBA Draft has the capacity to be a ‘good young player in the league.’ The Knicks guard has all the tools to succeed but it’s really […]

Toronto Raptors · 5 years agoRaptors' Nick Nurse speaks on Jamal Murray, RJ Barrett, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander committing to Canada

Toronto Raptors head coach Nick Nurse — who’ll also helm the Canadian basketball team as they try to qualify for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics — spoke about the recent commitments of Jamal Murray, RJ Barrett, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Per Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun, Nurse is ecstatic about the additions of the up and […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks coach David Fizdale loves that RJ Barrett is playing for Team Canada

New York Knicks rookie small forward RJ Barrett will play for Team Canada in its Olympic qualifying tournament from June 23-28 that will be hosted in Victoria, British Columbia. His head coach, David Fizdale, is thrilled by the news. “I love it,” Fizdale told Marc Berman of the New York Post. “I think those experiences […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRJ Barrett speaks out on playing in his hometown of Toronto

Knicks rookie RJ Barrett will face off against his hometown team for the first time on Wednesday night, as New York is scheduled to face the Toronto Raptors inside Scotiabank Area. The 19-year-old shared his thoughts on the matchup following Wednesday morning’s shootaround. He says it will be exciting and emotional, but he’s looking to […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRJ Barrett announces he'll play for Canada next summer

New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett has announced his intention to play for Team Canada at the last-chance Olympic qualifying tournament next summer, according to a report from TSN’s Josh Lewenberg. Barrett who hails from Mississauga, Ontario, made the announcement prior to Wednesday night’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors. “One-hundred per cent I plan to […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks' RJ Barrett, Frank Ntilikina questionable vs. Raptors, Kevin Knox doubtful

The New York Knicks visit the Toronto Raptors on Thanksgiving Eve tomorrow, and the expected homecoming for rookie guard RJ Barrett might be delayed after the team announced the Canadian native is questionable, per SNY’s Ian Begley. Barrett (illness) is questionable for Wednesday’s Atlantic Division matchup with the Raptors in Ontario while third-year point guard […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRJ Barrett out vs. Nets due to an illness

New York Knicks rookie guard R.J. Barrett will not participate in Sunday night’s crosstown showdown with the Brooklyn Nets due to illness, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News: RJ Barrett is out tonight because of an illness. Kevin Knox is starting. — Stefan Bondy (@SbondyNBA) November 24, 2019 Nets point guard Kyrie […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoDavid Fizdale explains why he doesn't feel the need to manage RJ Barrett's minutes

New York Knicks head coach David Fizdale isn’t entirely opposed to the concept and purpose of load management. Despite the heat he’s taken in recent weeks for playing rookie RJ Barrett, Fizdale is actually a believer in giving his guys some rest when needed, just not Barrett. “I think some guys should have it,” the […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks will have RJ Barrett, Frank Ntilikina available to play vs. Hornets

The New York Knicks take on the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday at home, and RJ Barrett and Frank Ntilikina are available to play despite dealing with injuries. Barrett has a right quadricep contusion, while Ntilikina is suffering from a sore groin. The Knicks, who are 3-9 on the season, are looking to win their second […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoVideo: Knicks' RJ Barrett freezes Luka Doncic with the spin move and finishes with the dunk

R.J. Barrett, the No. 3 overall pick of the New York Knicks, sauced up the reigning Rookie of the Year Luka Doncic during the Knicks/Mavericks game on Thursday night: RJ's spin move on Luka 😳 pic.twitter.com/Sy6cMt1GSD — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) November 15, 2019 Barrett left Doncic in the dust with a nifty spin move and […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoThe New York Knicks are a dumpster fire

After a disappointing performance in the recent offseason that saw them whiff on superstar targets and get laughed at for acquiring so many power forwards, many figured the New York Knicks were in store for another rough campaign in the 2019-20 season. However, despite the low bar that had been set, it appears the Knicks […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRumor: Knicks' RJ Barrett supportive of David Fizdale behind the scenes

New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett is still in full support behind the scenes of head coach David Fizdale, amid the latter sitting on the hot seat after the first 10 games of the season, according to Sean Deveney of Heavy.com. The Knicks fell to 2-8 after a 21-point loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoJeff Van Gundy thinks criticism of RJ Barrett's minutes is part of 'wussification' of NBA

Former New York Knicks coach and ESPN color commentator Jeff Van Gundy came down hard on those who criticized coach David Fizdale for playing rookie RJ Barrett heavy minutes in a recent blowout loss to the Sacramento Kings. Barrett played upward of 40 minutes in a game that was already way out of hand in […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoDamon Stoudamire supports David Fizdale's argument that he's not playing RJ Barrett too many minutes

There are some who feel that New York Knicks rookie RJ Barret might be playing too many minutes, but head coach David Fizdale and former NBA point guard Damon Stoudamire are not among them. Barrett, who the Knicks selected with the No. 3 overall pick in this year’s draft, logged over 40 minutes in Sunday […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks coach David Fizdale has to reconsider playing RJ Barrett such heavy minutes

New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett has played the most minutes of any player in the 2019-20 NBA season, and that has to change. Knicks head coach David Fizdale recently pushed back against criticism that knocked his decision to have the prized rookie logging this heavy workload, considering the Knicks have been out of most […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks coach David Fizdale slams critics of RJ Barrett's playing time

RJ Barrett is already leading the New York Knicks in minutes played, which has led to several criticisms of David Fizdale’s coaching style. However, the coach has hit back to the critics and noted that the rookie is just 19 years old and can handle the heavy minutes. At the same time, Fizdale slammed other […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks coach David Fizdale compares RJ Barrett to Kawhi Leonard

New York Knicks head coach David Fizdale says rookie RJ Barrett reminds him of Los Angeles Clippers superstar small forward Kawhi Leonard. Fizdale says Barrett’s demeanor and mannerisms are very similar to Leonard’s: “He’s really put together. There’s times he’s not sweating and I’m like, ‘Are you going hard?’ He is. He’s playing really hard,” […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRJ Barrett says New York's identity is that of a fighter

The New York Knicks suffered another defeat on Friday night, as they lost a close one to the Boston Celtics, 104-102. Following the razor-thin loss, Knicks rookie RJ Barrett was able to find some silver lining in an otherwise disappointing evening. According to the 6-foot-6 shooting guard, he is proud of his team’s effort and […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoKnicks rookie RJ Barrett thinks he can average a double-double 'one day'

New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett recorded the first double-double of his NBA career on Monday against the Chicago Bulls. Barrett finished with 19 points and 15 rebounds in the Knicks’ seven-point win over the Bulls at home. New York also erased an 18-point deficit before roaring back for the W. Now, Barrett believes he […]

Brooklyn Nets · 5 years agoNets' Kyrie Irving willing to help out fellow Duke product RJ Barrett

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving got the best of New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett on Friday, hitting a pull-up 3-pointer from his sweet spot in the fourth quarter to call game in the spirited battle of the boroughs. Despite the two being in rival teams, Irving wanted Barrett to know he can seek […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoThe Knicks might be bad, but RJ Barrett is a 'stud'

The New York Knicks have started the season 0-3 and have already seen point guard Dennis Smith Jr. get booed at Madison Square Garden. There is one bright silver lining, though: the play of rookie RJ Barrett. The Knicks got punked by the Boston Celtics on Saturday night, 118-95, but Barrett was terrific in his […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoRJ Barrett: Grading the Knicks rookie's start to the season so far

The New York Knicks may have missed out on Zion Williamson, but perhaps that wasn’t the worst thing in the world, as they landed RJ Barrett with the third overall pick in the NBA Draft, and the kid has impressed thus far. Barrett’s latest effort came on Friday night, as the rookie finished with 16 […]

New York Knicks · 5 years agoElfrid Payton, RJ Barrett impress as David Fizdale vows to keep open mind for starting spot

Despite a 120-111 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, point guard Elfrid Payton and rookie RJ Barrett shined in their season debut for the New York Knicks, already making the right impressions in the first game of the season. Head coach David Fizdale was impressed with Payton’s poise, despite coming off the bench. The 6-foot-4 […]

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