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New York KnicksKnicks' Kevin Knox not focused on Rookie of the Year award, wants wins

New York Knicks rookie forward Kevin Knox is putting his personal accomplishments to the side and honing into the organization’s immediate goals, leaving any Rookie of the Year aspirations as a casualty while focusing on racking up wins despite a sizable absence, according to Marc Berman of the New York Post. “I’m pretty confident I […]

New York KnicksKevin Knox says people are 'sleeping on' Knicks

In a bid to shore up its frontcourt depth, the New York Knicks drafted Kentucky’s Kevin Knox with the ninth overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. Arguably one of the best wing prospects in the draft, Knox is confident that the Knicks will be in playoff contention come April. In a recent interview with […]

New York KnicksKnicks' Kevin Knox gets big birthday cake from ex-college teammates at NBA Rookie Photo Shoot

New York Knicks rookie Kevin Knox turned 19 on Saturday before heading to the NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on Sunday. Knox’s former Kentucky teammates, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Hamidou Diallo, surprised the Knicks youngster with a birthday cake at the event. College teammates @hamidoudiallo & @shaiglalex bring out the 🎂 to celebrate @KevKnox’s 19th Birthday! #NBARooks […]

New York KnicksKnicks to open season at home vs. Trae Young, Hawks

The New York Knicks and Kevin Knox will open the season against another notable rookie in Madison Square Garden. According to Marc Berman of the New York Post, the Knicks are set to host Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks on Oct. 17. Knox and the summer league Knicks faced Trae Young and his Hawks […]

New York KnicksFormer Knicks PG says rookie Kevin Knox is team's next 'superstar'

The New York Knicks are looking to turn the page and welcome a new era, thanks to a revamped front office and the salary cap space they’re building toward to become a big player in a blockbuster 2019 offseason. Yet former Knickerbockers point guard Charlie Ward believes the team could see success earlier than expected […]

New York KnicksKnicks rookie Kevin Knox says Carmelo Anthony would win MVP if he brings offseason form into the regular season

The New York Knicks have yet to definitively find out just what kind of player they are exactly getting in rookie Kevin Knox. One thing is for sure, though. The Knicks have themselves a very confident kid. Speaking of confidence, Knox was bold enough to intrude the comments section of Bleacher Report’s Instagram account and […]

New York KnicksKnicks GM admits to pinching himself over Kevin Knox's Summer League play

New York Knicks rookie Kevin Knox is only 18-years-old and he has already been opening up a ton of eyes with his play during summer league. Fans in the arena at the draft booed the pick, although the fans might need to rethink their feelings on the rookie. Knox played in four games with the […]

New York KnicksKnicks rookie Kevin Knox savagely comments on 'offseason Melo' (Video)

Carmelo Anthony went back to his old stomping grounds, back in Manhattan with his trainer Chris Brickley and this time around, engaging on some one-on-one battles against Compton native Brandon Jennings and L.A. wing Stanley Johnson. Melo is seeing torching an up-and-coming defensive talent in Johnson while giving Jennings a barrage of fakes and off-the-dribble […]

New York KnicksScott Perry preaches patience on Kevin Knox despite huge Summer League games

The expectations were high for Kevin Knox when he was drafted by the New York Knicks just a few weeks ago. Going into New York, there is always a little more pressure, and with the way he has been playing during the Summer League, the expectations have grown. In the three games played so far, […]

New York KnicksKevin Knox's goal is to win Rookie of the Year

It’s a loaded rookie class with a lot of players who should make big impacts on their teams right away, but that hasn’t stopped New York Knicks rookie Kevin Knox from having lofty goals. Knox sat down with Steve Serby of the New York Post and was asked what his goals were for his rookie season […]

New York KnicksKentucky coach thinks rookie Kevin Knox can be in same 'vein' as Kevin Durant

The University of Kentucky has produced as much NBA talent or more than any other school during the years of one-and-done players, but John Calipari’s top assistant coach, Kenny Payne, molded Kevin Knox into the next Kevin Durant. Knox is a 6-foot-9, 212-pound forward who fits right into the NBA’s modern small forward, a step […]

New York KnicksDavid Fizdale doesn't want to mess with the culture by giving playing time out

The New York Knicks have high expectations for their first-round draft pick, Kevin Knox, but that doesn’t mean anything is just going to be handed to him. Coach David Fizdale knows how important building his culture is, and he doesn’t want to just give out playing time to anyone, without them earning it. “I’m not handing […]

New York KnicksNew York Knicks fans chanted for Michael Porter Jr., team took Kevin Knox instead

New York Knicks fans let their team know that they wanted Michael Porter Jr. Yet in a turn of events, the Knicks selected Kevin Knox as the ninth overall pick. Below is the video of Knicks fans booing their team’s choice: With the 9th pick of the 2018 #NBADraft the @nyknicks select… @KevKnox! pic.twitter.com/x3pZcpXeEU — […]

New York KnicksKevin Knox says Kentucky is the Knicks of college basketball

The New York Knicks and draft lottery prospect Kevin Knox appear to have mutual desires to partner with each other. Recently, Knox’s father, Kevin Knox Sr., said that he thinks that the Knicks are going to take his son as the no. 9 overall pick in this Thursday’s NBA Draft, per Marc Berman of the […]

NBAKevin Knox said team pressed him about child even though he doesn't have one

The NBA offseason has yet to hit full-crazy mode, as that is expected to happen in the free agency period, but that’s also not to say that we haven’t been served with some bizarre news lately. Just take for example this strange story about NBA Draft lottery prospect Kevin Knox, who reportedly was sort of […]

Los Angeles ClippersTop 5 NBA Draft options for the Los Angeles Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers are in a unique position to select two players back-to-back in the 2018 NBA Draft. The 12th and 13th picks aren’t exactly the best positions to select a franchise player, but the draft has its share of surprises every year. With two consecutive picks, they have a better chance of at […]

New York KnicksLonnie Walker, Kevin Knox are dark horse candidates for Knicks pick

The New York Knicks have been labeled as one of the most dysfunctional franchises for quite a while now. However, led by Kristaps Porzingis and Tim Hardaway Jr., the Knickerbockers could turn things around — especially if they can do wonders in the loaded 2018 NBA Draft. Draft night is less than a week away, […]

NBAKentucky's Kevin Knox watches film on Paul George, Kevin Durant, and Giannis Antetokounmpo

Much of the focus ahead of the 2018 NBA Draft is put on the likes of Deandre Ayton, Luka Doncic, Marvin Bagley Jr., and Mo Bamba, but guys like Kentucky product Kevin Knox is also gaining some steam because of his youth, physical tools, and perceived immense potential. Knox is a 19-year-old forward who stands […]

NBAKentucky's Kevin Knox being drafted by New York dependent in fit with Kristaps Porzingis

The NBA Draft Combine is a time for assessments and it isn’t any different for the New York Knicks, presented with an opportunity to add more talent with the ninth pick in this year’s iteration. Among them, Kentucky’s Kevin Knox fits the bill — a 6-foot-9 forward with good shooting touch and a high ceiling […]

NBAKentucky's Kevin Knox declares for 2018 NBA Draft

In a not so shocking move, Kevin Knox of the Kentucky Wildcats has decided to enter the NBA draft and will sign with an agent. He announced his decision on Twitter this afternoon. God gives us choices and we trust him to make the right one!!🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/t7RFRhljAK — Kev (@KevKnox) April 6, 2018 Kevin Knox […]

New York KnicksJeff Hornacek notes Knicks will target small forward position this summer

With just nine games remaining on the New York Knicks’ schedule after tonight’s contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves, it will finally be able to turn the page on what has turned out to be a forgettable 2017-18 season for the Knicks. One of the issues that New York immediately plans to address over the offseason, likely through […]

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