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Friday's scores: Jazz extend winning streak to eight

The Utah Jazz extended their winning streak to eight games with a win over Charlotte, while Spencer Dinwiddie's career-high 14 assists helped Brooklyn snap their seven game losing streak.

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Wednesday's scores: DeRozan powers Spurs past Celtics

The Spurs picked up a big win on the road, while the Jazz extend their win streak to seven games. Catch up on the best from today's games, right here!

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Anthony Davis injury update: Lakers star escapes with lower back contusion after scary fall vs. Knicks

Anthony Davis' MRI came back clean Wednesday morning and revealed only a gluteus maximus contusion.

Jordan Greer

Davis suffers back injury vs. Knicks

Davis is expected to miss the Lakers' upcoming two-game road trip with games against the Dallas Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder.

Benyam Kidane

Tuesday's scores: Lakers win sixth straight game

LeBron James and the Lakers extend their win streak to six games after a comfortable win over the Knicks. Catch up on all the night's scores, stats, highlights and tope performers, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Why the Cavaliers, Wizards and Knicks are the NBA's bleakest organizations

These teams seem unlikely to put together a winning season anytime soon.

Dan Bernstein

Lakers Howard to participate in Dunk Contest

Howard, the 2008 Slam Dunk Contest champion, last participated in the contest in 2009.

Gilbert McGregor

Sundays scores: Dragic powers Heat past Blazers

Goran Dragic stepped up in Jimmy Butler's absence to power the Heat past the Blazers and move to a 17-1 record at home this season. Catch up on all of tonight's scores, news and highlights, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Clippers' trio makes history in win over Knicks

With Kawhi Leonard sidelined, the prolific trio combined to do something that had never been done before in a Clippers uniform as the team earned a comeback victory over the New York Knicks.

Gilbert McGregor

Saturday's scores: Hornets stun Mavs despite Luka triple-double

Luka Doncic recorded a 39-point, 12-rebound, and 10-assist triple-double but the Hornets' backcourt duo of Terry Rozier III and Devonte' Graham combine for 56 points and 21 assists in an overtime win to hand the Mavericks their third loss in the last four games.

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Friday's scores and highlights

James Harden and Ben Simmons drop triple-doubles, while Anthony Davis explodes for 46 points on a busy night around the league.

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NBA Rookie of the Year watch: Clarke joins Morant in award race

At the start of 2020, it's an all-Memphis duo at the top of our NBA Rookie of the Year rankings.

Dan Bernstein

Robinson, Knicks spoil Melo's return to MSG

Mitchell Robinson scored 22 points on a perfect 11-of-11 from the field as the Knicks beat the Blazers 117-93 for their third victory in a row.

Sidd Sinha

Sights and Sounds from Melo's return to MSG

It was a love-filled reunion for Anthony and the Knicks' faithful at the MSG as the former Knick erupted for a season-high points tally in a blowout loss for the Blazers.

Yash Matange

Wednesday's scores: Bucks edge Wolves for 4th-straight W

Giannis Antetokounmpo collected his 30th double-double in 33 games this season, while Carmelo Anthony put on a show in his return to MSG. Catch up on all the scores, stats and highlights from tonight's games, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Melo shines in MSG return, Blazers lose fifth-straight

Carmelo Anthony poured in a season-high 26 points, but it wasn't enough as the Blazers dropped their fifth game in a row, losing 117-93 to the Knicks.

Benyam Kidane

How to react to Melo's return to MSG

Carmelo Anthony is set to make his return to Madison Square Garden for the first time since Dec. 16, 2017. It should be an emotional trip, unknowing if this will be the final time he steps foot on the the floor at The Mecca of Basketball. After seven seasons with the franchise, Knicks faithfuls should be out in full force to show their love to the team's last true star player.

Sidd Sinha

Saturday's scores: Suns snap 8-game skid

28 of the 30 teams in the NBA were in action on this Saturday with plenty of big matchups giving rise to plenty of storylines.

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Thursday's scores: Knicks win in Brooklyn

Christmas may have passed, but the NBA kept on rolling with the six games on Thursday headlined by Luka Doncic's return from injury and the Knicks defeating the Nets.

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The first time Raptors played on Christmas

For only the second time in franchise history, the Raptors will play on Christmas Day this season. The first time came on Dec. 25, 2001, back when Vince Carter's career was just getting started.

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Recap of Monday's 11-game slate

With no games on Christmas Eve, there was 11 games of NBA action packed into this Monday night slate. Catch up on all the results, stats and highlights below.

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Saturday's scores: Giannis posts triple-double in win at MSG

Saturday's action was headlined by the 76ers snapping their losing streak, James Harden dropping 47 in Phoenix, and the Clippers winning by 25 in San Antonio.

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Friday's scores: Lillard, McCollum combine for 67 in win

Friday's action was headlined by the Kristaps Porzingis and the Dallas Mavericks handing the 76ers their third straight loss.

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Tuesday's scores: Clippers cruise past the Suns

Tuesday's action was headlined by the Pacers snapping the Lakers' 14-game road win streak and RJ Barrett's career-high 27 giving the Knicks a blowout win at home vs. the Hawks.

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Barrett scores career-high 27 PTS in win over Hawks

RJ Barrett joins Jamal Murray, Andrew Wiggins, Kelly Olynyk and Dillon Brooks as the only Canadians with multiple 25+ point games in their rookie season.

Benyam Kidane

Recap of Sunday's action

This Sunday's six-game slate was headlined by Nikola Vucevic's return, another solid game from Nikola Jokic in a win and the Lakers earning their 14th-straight road win.

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Friday's scores: Knicks stun Kings in Sacramento

Lot of familiar things happened on Friday's 9-game slate - James Harden drops 50+ again, LeBron James and the Lakers win on the road again and the 76ers win at home again.

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Wednesday's scores: Bucks make it 16-straight wins

With 11 games around the Association, it was a busy day in the NBA, headlined by Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from tonight's games.

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Lillard scores 31 to hand Knicks 10th-straight loss

Damian Lillard knocked down 8 three-pointers on his way to 31 points as the Portland Trail Blazers secure a 115-87 win over the New York Knicks.

Benyam Kidane

Tuesday's scores: Heat dominate OT to beat Hawks

A matchup between the Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers headlined a today's four-game slate in the NBA. Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from tonight's games.

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Gregg Popovich, Steve Kerr react to Knicks firing coach David Fizdale

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said David Fizdale was "thrown under the bus" by the struggling Knicks.

Sacha Pisani

Knicks already have perfect coaching candidate waiting to replace fired David Fizdale

Who could possibly lead the Knicks back to prominence? We've got three words for you.

Jordan Greer

Knicks' six top coaching candidates to replace David Fizdale in New York

Who will the Knicks hire to fill David Fizdale's seat at Madison Square Garden?

Jordan Greer

What's next for the Knicks?

The Knicks went 21-83 under Fizdale, the worst record in the NBA since the start of the 2018-19 season. What's gone wrong in New York, who could be the next coach and how should the Knicks prioritize moving forward?

NBA.com Staff

Report: Fizdale out in New York

The New York Knicks have reportedly parted ways with head coach David Fizdale following a 37-point loss to the Denver Nuggets.

Carlan Gay

Knicks fire head coach David Fizdale after embarrassing loss to Nuggets

David Fizdale couldn't make it through his second season with the Knicks.

Joe Rivera

Thursday's scores: Nuggets beat Knicks by 37

There were plenty of headlines on a four-game Thursday slate. We keep you in touch with the biggest scorers, plays and highlights.

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Fat Joe calls out Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving for avoiding Knicks pressure; KD responds to New York rapper

Fat Joe believes Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving didn't want the "pressure" and "media attention" associated with the Knicks.

Jordan Greer

Five candidates who could leapfrog Ja Morant in Rookie of the Year race

Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is listed as "week-to-week" while dealing with the residual effects of a hard fall.

Dan Bernstein

Bucks blowout Knicks by 44; extend win streak to 12

The Bucks, who's 12-game win streak is the franchise's longest since the 1981-82 season, are now holders of the league's best record at 18-3.

Yash Matange

Recap of Monday's NBA action

Six games across the Association tonight, with plenty of impressive performances. If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered for all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from each game.

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Recap of Sunday's scores, stats and highlights

Catch up on all the scores, stats, news and highlights from tonight's busy nine-game slate in the NBA.

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A full recap from Friday's 13-game slate

It was another busy night in the NBA, with a massive 13 games on the schedule. Luka Doncic and Trae Young dazzled, while the Lakers continued their early season dominance.

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VanVleet: Barrett's 'got a bright future ahead of him'

After the Raptors victory over the Knicks, Fred VanVleet had a post-game conversation with Toronto native and Knicks rookie R.J. Barrett. "He's got a bright future ahead of him," VanVleet told TSN's Josh Lewenberg after the game.

Kyle Irving

Three takeaways as Raptors spoil RJ Barrett's homecoming

Toronto improved to 8-0 at Scotiabank Arena with a decisive victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday.

Rudi Schuller

Siakam, bench lead Raptors to historic win over Knicks

With this home win over the Knicks, the Raptors have set an NBA record with 33-consecutive home wins against teams in their division. They also advanced to a franchise-record 8-0 on their home court behind the play of Pascal Siakam and the second unit.

Kyle Irving

Raptors handle Knicks to remain perfect at home

Pascal Siakam's 31 points and OG Anunoby's first-career double-double paced the Raptors win over the Knicks to advance to a franchise-best 8-0 at home. RJ Barrett went for 15 points, five rebounds and three assists in his Toronto debut.

Kyle Irving

Wednesday's NBA scores, updates, news, stats and highlights

The day before Thanksgiving delivered a 14-game slate of NBA action, headlined by Anthony Davis' monster night in his return to New Orleans.

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How to watch Toronto Raptors vs. New York Knicks: Time, schedule, channel for RJ Barrett's first game in Canada

Toronto-born RJ Barrett plays his first NBA game in Canada against the defending NBA champions Wednesday. The Raptors are undefeated at home so far in 2019-20.

Tommy McArdle

Barrett '100% playing' for Team Canada

RJ Barrett becomes the latest Canadian NBA talent to add his name to the list that will be available for head coach Nick Nurse in June.

Carlan Gay

Will Raps continue Atlantic division dominance?

The Raptors host the Knicks on Wednesday night at Scotiabank arena which proves another opportunity for Toronto to assert their divisional dominance.

Carlan Gay

Will Barrett's 1st Toronto game top other Canadian debuts?

With RJ Barrett set to make his pro debut in Toronto against the Raptors on Wednesday, we took a look at other notable Canadians and how they fared in their first games at home.

Gilbert McGregor

Sunday's scores: Nuggets win 5th straight

The Nets and Kings pick up road wins while the Nuggets win their fifth straight game to improve to 11-5 for the season.

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Saturday's scores: Spurs snap 8-game losing streak

Giannis and the Bucks win their seventh straight while Carmelo Anthony and the Blazers slip to their fourth straight loss on a 10-game slate on Saturday

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Simmons savours memorable three

The 2016 NBA Draft's No. 1 overall pick drilled his long-overdue maiden 3-pointer, and the 76ers reacted accordingly.

Sacha Pisani

Simmons powers comeback win over Knicks

The Philadelphia 76ers remain unbeaten at home after pulling off a 109-104 win over the New York Knicks, despite trailing by 17 points in the third quarter.

Benyam Kidane

Recap of Wednesday's busy 11-game slate

A busy 11-game slate served up plenty of big performances across the NBA, headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, Bradley Beal and Lou Williams. Catch up on all the results, stats, highlights and top performers from each game.

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WATCH: Simmons hits first 3-pointer

Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons knocked down the first 3-pointer of his career in the first quarter of Philadelphia's game against the New York Knicks.

Kyle Irving

Monday's scores: PG drains clutch three to beat OKC

Paul George came up clutch for the Clippers against his former team, the Oklahoma City Thunder, Luka Doncic joins LeBron with a 40-point triple-double and the Houston Rockets extend their win streak to eight games. Catch up on all the scores, highlights and top performers from a busy nine-game slate.

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Saturday's scores: Graham sinks game-winner at MSG

Eight games of NBA action on Saturday was capped off by a stellar home debut for Paul George in a 49-point win for the LA Clippers over the Atlanta Hawks.

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Mavs' Powell recognizes growing Canadian influence in NBA

The Dallas Mavericks fell to the New York Knicks 106-103 on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden.

Jace Mallory

Best moments from Melo's career

The Portland Trail Blazers have reportedly signed 35-year-old forward Carmelo Anthony. Take a look at some of the best moments of the 10-time All-Star's career.

Kyle Irving

Morris thinks MSG crowd 'rattled' Porzingis

Kristaps Porzingis made his return to New York on Thursday night and Marcus Morris thinks the crowd got to him.

Carlan Gay

Kristaps Porzingis object of boos, obscene chants in return to MSG

Kristaps Porzingis made his return to Madison Square Garden on Thursday — and he did not receive a warm welcome.

Full recap of Thursday's NBA slate

There were six games on tap for Thursday, headlined by the season and franchise debut for Paul George with the Los Angeles Clippers.

NBA.com Staff

Morris' clutch 3 spoils Porzingis' return to MSG

Kristaps Porzingis' return to Madison Square Garden ended in a loss, as the New York Knicks beat the Dallas Mavericks for the second time this season.

Kane Pitman

Porzingis expects to hear boos in return to Garden

Porzingis will play at Madison Square Garden on Thursday for the first time since leaving New York.

Dan Bernstein

Tuesday's action: Kings knock off Blazers

There were eight games of NBA action headlined by the Lakers earning a big win in Phoenix and Trae Young going off for a season-high 42 points!

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White makes history, outduels RJ Barrett

RJ Barrett stuffed the stat sheet doing everything in his power to give the Knicks back-to-back wins for the first time this season, but draft mate Coby White's fourth quarter explosion earned the Bulls the win.

Kyle Irving

NBA Mock Draft 2020: Knicks pick star guard at No. 1; LaMelo Ball lands with Hawks

The 2019-20 college basketball season is here, and with it comes nearly a year of speculation regarding the 2020 NBA Draft.

Chris Stone

Knicks laying 'groundwork' for firing of David Fizdale; could make run at Toronto's Masai Ujiri, reports say

Major changes could be coming to MSG if the ship doesn't right itself in the coming months.

Joe Rivera

Knicks execs 'not happy' with poor start; David Fizdale reaches to spin results

Yes, the Knicks are just two wins out of the eighth seed, but they're also looking up at every other team in the East.

Tom Gatto

Sunday's scores: Blazers edge Hawks in OT

Nikola Jokic hit another game-winning jumper, the Raptors bring the Lakers' win streak to an end, while the Blazers escape in OT against the Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

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Game-winner, career-high headline Friday's action

Friday's 11-game action includes game-winners, 50+ point games, career-highs and an OT thriller.

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NBA highlights: Knicks over Porzingis, Mavs; Dame, D-Lo go big; Bogey, Jokic clutch

New York gets the W in its first meeting against its former franchise cornerstone, plus more from the Association on a Friday night.

Tom Gatto

Doncic triple-double not enough vs. NYK

Luka Doncic starred once again with another triple-double, but it was the Knicks who were able to claim the upset win, 106-102.

Kane Pitman

Wednesday's NBA action: Stars shine bright

Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden and Luka Doncic were among the biggest standouts during a full slate of NBA action Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

Fizdale on Barrett load management: 'Drop it already'

RJ Barrett is fifth in minutes per game this season but he nor his head coach see an issue with it.

Carlan Gay

RJ Barrett's minutes have Knicks coach unfazed: 'We gotta get off of this load management crap'

David Fizdale clearly doesn't believe in load management.

Joe Rivera

Live blog of Sunday's games

LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Kawhi Leonard stuffed the stat sheet to lead their teams to wins on a busy Sunday of NBA action.

NBA.com Staff

Knicks coach compares Barrett to Kawhi

"The only other guy I saw who I've coached against that doesn't look like is breaking a sweat is Kawhi," Fizdale said of Barrett. "Kawhi doesn't look like he's breathing (hard). RJ has that same act where he's out there."

Scott Rafferty

Recap of Friday's games

James Harden and the Rockets vs. Kyrie Irving and the Nets. LeBron James and the Lakers versus Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. You won't want to miss these headliners in tonight's NBA action.

NBA.com Staff

Tatum hits game-winner over Barrett, Celtics beat Knicks

Jayson Tatum knocked down his first-career game-winner just over the outstretched hand of rookie R.J. Barrett as the Celtics edged the Knicks at the buzzer.

Kyle Irving

Recap of Wednesday's games

It was another busy night in the NBA with 11 games, meaning 22 teams were in action. We have you covered with the best of the best from the night.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Monday's NBA action

Today's 11-game slate saw plenty of impressive performances, headlined by big scoring nights from Joel Embiid and James Harden, while the Warriors and Knicks pick up their first wins of the season.

NBA.com Staff

Fizdale on Barrett: 'He's a stud'

After Barrett opened his career with three impressive performances, the Knicks head coach raved to reporters about the face of the franchise's future.

Gilbert McGregor

Recap of Saturday night's action

Opening week continued with Saturday's 10-game slate, including home openers for the Bucks, Hawks, Knicks, Cavaliers and Bulls.

NBA.com Staff

Recap of Friday night's action

Opening week of the NBA season continued with an exciting Friday night, headlined by the Boston Celtics hosting the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers hosting the Utah Jazz.

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Doncic gets triple-double in win

Last year's Rookie of the Year notched his ninth career triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.

Ameer Tyree

Is Barrett the next DeRozan?

The Knicks drafted RJ Barrett with the hopes that he'll someday develop into one of the NBA's elite scorers. He gets his first taste of NBA action against four-time All-Star and certifiable bucket getter DeMar DeRozan. When Barrett looks in the mirror, does he see DeRozan staring back at him?

M Adams and Kyle...

Morris: Irving was distracted

"As a leader, outside stuff can affect our team. And I think that did," Morris said of Irving.

Chelsea Howard

Recap of Opening Day for 22 teams

22 teams tipped-off their season on Wednesday. If you missed any of the action right, we had you covered here with one-stop shopping for box scores, play-by-play, updates, stats and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

What to expect from notable Canadians this season

Canada has produced more NBA players than any country outside the United States. The talent should be better than ever in 2019-20 with the likes of rising star Jamal Murray and promising rookie RJ Barrett. What can fans expect from them and other notable Canadians this season?

Scott Rafferty

Recap of Wednesday's preseason action

Get the latest scores, highlights and results from Wednesday's preseason action.

Yash Matange

Can the Knicks surprise in the Eastern Conference?

Led by RJ Barrett, Dennis Smith Jr. and Julius Randle, the Knicks might just make some noise in the Eastern Conference this season.

Benyam Kidane

NBA players react to Marcus Morris clowning Justin Anderson

Unreal amount of disrespect in a preseason game.

Dan Bernstein

RJ Barrett impresses on debut in win vs. the Wizards

The 6-foot-7 shooting guard played a game-high 40 minutes and finished with a game-high 17 points in the team's 104-99 win over the Washington Wizards.

Yash Matange

Zion, RJ and others debut Monday, who will have the best night?

With an eight-game slate on tap for the first big night of the NBA preseason, there are a number of rookies making their debuts. Which rookie are you most excited to watch in their first NBA game?

NBA.com Staff

Porzingis responds to Barrett: 'I’m always up for the challenge'

RJ Barrett said he'd like to dunk on Porzingis, and the former Knick is up for the challenge.

Carlan Gay

Projecting the impact of Canadian rookies

When NBA training camps open in the coming days, nine Canadian rookies will be suiting up. Among them are seven players with guaranteed contracts and plenty to prove as they begin their professional careers. Take a look at how each player can make an impact in their first year.

Gilbert McGregor

Thompson hurt by Trump comments

“I didn’t appreciate the language he used with Bahamians,” Thompson told USA Today.

Ameer Tyree

Anthony to scrimmage with Knicks

Anthony also participated in workouts and scrimmages with the Nets in Los Angeles earlier this month.

Chelsea Howard

Report: Barrett signs with Puma

Per ESPN's Nick DePaula, the Canadian rookie has opted to sign with Puma, joining an ever-growing list of NBA talent.

Gilbert McGregor

Best of the 2019 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot

The majority of the NBA's top draft picks gathered in New Jersey for the annual NBA Rookie Photo Shoot. Take a look at some of the best photos as the league's future stars donned their team's uniforms for the first time.

Projecting RJ Barrett's rookie impact

Barrett, the Knicks' highest draft selection in over 30 years, joins a situation in which he can have an immediate impact thanks to his versatile skillset and the talent he has an opportunity to play alongside.

Gilbert McGregor

Zion: RJ Barrett's 'a killer'

"For the people that are trying to look down on him, RJ's been through worse,” Williamson told SNY.

E.Jay Zarett

Carmelo Anthony's case to join the Lakers, Knicks and every other NBA team

Which NBA team is willing to give Carmelo Anthony the farewell season he desires?

Jordan Greer

Barrett to skip World Cup

Barrett suffered his injury last month while playing in summer league.

Chelsea Howard

Report: Knicks considered a Melo return this offseason

Anthony's previous stint in the league only last 10 games with the Houston Rockets last season. Will we see Melo back in the uniform?

Yash Matange

Exec: Anthony can still play in NBA

Anthony was a star with the Knicks and Nuggets, but has not played in the NBA since he parted ways with the Rockets in mid-November.

E.Jay Zarett

Who should play on Christmas?

While we're weeks away from the release of the 2019-20 NBA schedule, our NBA.com staff fleshes out their own personal wishlist for a slate of games during one of the biggest days in the regular season.

G McGregor and K...

Divisional Rankings: Can the Raps win the Atlantic?

There's been a lot of movement in the Atlantic Division in the offseason, is it still one of the toughest in the NBA?

Carlan Gay

9 NBA teams on Forbes' 50 Most Valuable Teams 2019

Apart from the NBA teams, the list includes 26 NFL teams, seven MLB franchises and eight professional soccer teams from Europe.

Yash Matange

Morris on why he signed with Knicks

“I was under the impression that I didn’t have anything left," Morris said. "I thought at the time that the Spurs deal was all that I had."

E.Jay Zarett

Portis thinks NY can make playoffs

"There are two-to-three players who could start at every position," Portis recently told HoopsHype.

E.Jay Zarett

Bullock has disk surgery

The team will provide an update on Bullock's rehabilitation and progress from the procedure around the start of training camp in September.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Knicks rework Bullock's deal

The Knicks reworked Reggie Bullock's deal after concerns over his health.

Kirstie Chiappelli

How did Canadians fare in Vegas?

Including the record-breaking six Canadian draftees in Las Vegas, 15 Canadians earned significant playing time in the 2019 MGM Resorts NBA Summer League.

Gilbert McGregor

What we saw from Barrett in Summer League

The start of Summer League was a struggle for RJ Barrett, but he finished on a high, almost recording a triple-double in the team's finale.

Scott Rafferty

Who will challenge Zion for ROY?

Although Zion Williamson is the heavy favourite to win Rookie of the Year, he's certainly no lock. Our Global NBA.com staff weighs in with their picks for who is most likely to challenge the No. 1 overall pick.

NBA.com Staff

Alexander-Walker & Barrett shine on Day 6 in Vegas

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 6 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

Vegas SL recap: Barrett shines for Knicks

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 5 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

Potential trade destinations for Westbrook

Reports have surfaced that Westbrook's time in Oklahoma City could be coming to an end. Which teams should go after the former MVP?

Kyle Irving

What to watch: Vegas Summer League Day 5

From a number of highflyers who are sure to continue to make highlights to prolific players worth making note of, there is plenty to see throughout Day 5 of Summer League action.

Gilbert McGregor

Is it already time to worry about RJ Barrett?

The No. 3 overall pick has struggled through two games in Las Vegas Summer League. But while his play has left much to be desired, history suggests not to read too much into Summer League performance.

Micah Adams

Should Knicks be concerned about RJ Barrett's Summer League play?

The sample size is small, but RJ Barrett's play in Las Vegas has raised a few alarms regarding how he will adjust at the pro level.

Andreas Hale

Smith: NY going to make playoffs

"I think I’m going to take my game to the next level and it’s going to put us in the playoffs,” Smith said, via the NY Daily News.

E.Jay Zarett

Vegas Summer League Day 3 recap

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 3 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

Live updates, latest news as NBA free agency continues

NBA free agency has arrived. With stars like Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant on the market, expect big contracts to fly around.

Jordan Greer

Inside a night in Vegas when Mother Nature refused to be upstaged by Zion Williamson

It was one crazy night for the NBA as an earthquake made sure it wouldn't be outdone by any basketball player.

Andreas Hale

Vegas Summer League Day 1 recap

Zion Williamson and RJ Barrett's debut was the main event but there was plenty of other action with 10 games at Day 1 of the Vegas Summer League

Kyle Irving

Zion, RJ continue to impress

Williamson's debut was cut short after he took knee-to-knee contact.

Alexis Mansanarez

Earthquake suspends Pelicans-Knicks

During the game, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake occurred in Ridgecrest, California — just 140 miles from Las Vegas.

Alexis Mansanarez

Zion Williamson turns on the power against Knicks in first NBA action

Zion Williamson looks comfortable on an NBA court, dunk you very much.

Tom Gatto

Knicks favored to win Summer League

Although it's just a quick 10-game slate, an NBA Summer League championship could be a good sign of things to come for the Knicks.

Alexis Mansanarez

Las Vegas Summer League Day 1 preview

The highlight of the first day is Zion Williamson versus RJ Barrett in their debuts, but what else is on tap for Day 1 of the Las Vegas Summer League?

Kyle Irving

Biggest winners and losers from NBA free agency

The NBA free agency period began only a few days ago, but a large portion of the 2019 free agent class has already found landing spots. With that in mind, let's roll through the early winners and losers.

Jordan Greer

RJ Barrett addresses facing Zion

"It's funny that my first game ever in a uniform is against my guy so, just really excited to play," Barrett said Tuesday after practice.

Ameer Tyree

Oakley: Knicks have toxic culture

"For the fans, New York is New York," Oakley said Monday. "But for the players now, it's just a different ball game."

Kirstie Chiappelli

NBA free agency Day 2 rumor roundup

Here's a complete list of notable deals from the second day of free agency.

E.Jay Zarett

Stephen A. Smith lashes out at Knicks over free agency failures

Stephen A. Smith is not happy with the Knicks' moves — or lack thereof — in free agency.

Jacob Janower

Zion vs. RJ headlines Summer League opener

Zion Williamson and RJ Barrett will lock horns on the opening day of Las Vegas Sumer League, kicking off the 11-day, 83 game event.

NBA.com Staff

Knicks signing Julius Randle

The 24-year-old forward averaged a career-high 21.4 points, along with 8.7 rebounds, in 73 games with the Pelicans in 2018-19.

E.Jay Zarett

NY unwilling to offer Durant max?

The Knicks were "not prepared to offer” Durant a max contract because of their concerns over his ruptured Achilles, according to ESPN.

E.Jay Zarett

Twitter reacts to Knicks missing out on Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant in free agency

Twitter was not kind to the Knicks after the news that Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving will sign with the other New York team — the Nets.

Jacob Janower

Kevin Durant to sign with Nets

Durant ruptured his Achilles in Game 5 of the NBA Finals and is expected to miss all of next season.

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NBA free agents 2019: Top players available, start date for free agency, salary cap

Here's everything you need to know ahead of NBA free agency, including the top available players and teams with the most cap space.

Jordan Greer

Where should Kyrie sign?

Kyrie Irving has declined his player option for next season, making him an unrestricted free agent this summer. What are the best destinations for the six-time All-Star?

K Irving and Car...

If not Raptors, where should Kawhi sign?

If the All-Star forward does not re-sign with the Toronto Raptors in free agency, which team should he sign with? Our NBA.com experts make the case for the four other likely destinations for Kawhi Leonard.

NBA.com Staff

Kevin Durant rumors tracker: Latest free agency news, projections to sign NBA star

Sporting News is tracking the latest news, rumors and speculation with Kevin Durant back on the market.

Drew Nantais

Report: KD, Kawhi have discussed teaming up

On the eve of the 2019 free agency period beginning, an ESPN report from Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne states that All-Stars Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard have discussed a future as teammates.

Gilbert McGregor

Knicks have eyes on 4 guards

The Knicks have a contingency plan if they cannot land Kyrie Irving.

Thomas Lott

Knicks targeting Robin Lopez

The veteran big man averaged 9.5 points and 3.9 rebounds for the Bulls last season.

Thomas Lott

Can Lakers or Knicks steal Irving away from Nets?

Kyrie Irving should be wearing a Nets jersey when the 2019-20 season kicks off, but there's always a chance he changes his mind ahead of free agency.

Jordan Greer

Report: Raptors will get final meeting with Kawhi

According to media reports, Leonard will be meeting with the Raptors, Lakers and Clippers in Los Angeles next week.

Kyle Irving

Seven teams interested in Cousins

The Knicks "have serious interest," while the Clippers are "intrigued" by Cousins.

Chelsea Howard

NBA free agency odds 2019: Who are the favorites to sign Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving?

Who has the best chance of signing Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving? Here are the teams with the highest odds to land this year's top free agents.

Jacob Janower

Will Durant choose Warriors, Knicks, Nets or Clippers in free agency?

The Warriors can offer Kevin Durant the biggest contract in free agency, but that doesn't necessarily mean they should be considered the favorites to sign him.

Jordan Greer

Durant sells Malibu mansion

Durant’s sale of his swanky pad will only fuel speculation he’s prepping to sign a free agent contract with a team on the East Coast.

Travis Durkee

NY believes Rozier close to Kyrie

The Celtics are the front-runners to land Kemba Walker, which may make Rozier expendable.

E.Jay Zarett

Where should Kemba sign?

Kemba Walker is eligible for a supermax contract of five years, $221 million if he elects to stay in Charlotte. Should he stay or should he go?

M Adams and Kyle...

NBA Draft results 2019: Grades, analysis for every pick in Rounds 1-2

The 2019 NBA Draft has come and gone. Sporting News' Chris Stone handed out draft grades as the picks were made.

Chris Stone

NBA Draft picks 2019: Complete list of results for Rounds 1 and 2

Looking for a no-frills list of who was picked during the 2019 NBA Draft? Here are the full results for Rounds 1-2, updated as each pick is made Thursday night.

Thomas Schlarp

Barrett, Zion already setting records

Canadian RJ Barrett and No.1 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft Zion Williamson are already setting merchandise sales records.

Carlan Gay

Brazdeikis won't be overshadowed in New York

RJ Barrett may grab all the headlines initially but Ignas Brazdeikis won't be in the shadows for long.

Mike DeCourcy

Knicks interested in Julius Randle

The 24-year-old forward averaged a career-high 21.4 points, along with 8.7 rebounds, in 73 games with the Pelicans in 2018-19.

E.Jay Zarett

Warriors perfect for Curry - coach

Stephen Curry's college coach recalls the 2009 NBA Draft and working with the two-time MVP and three-time champion.

Liam Blackburn

Knicks violated media policy

The Knicks were fined $50,000 when they barred the New York Daily News from joining their post-draft press conference.

Gabrielle McMillen

Historic draft signifies Canadian basketball's rise

With six players selected in the 2019 NBA Draft, Canada now holds the record for most draftees from a non-US country in a single year. Now, each player looks to continue to promote the growth of the sport that is continuously on the rise in their country.

Dan McLoone

Major takeaways from a busy draft night

After the first three picks went according to plan, madness broke out starting with the fourth overall pick that began with a draft-day blockbuster between the New Orleans Pelicans and Atlanta Hawks. Here's a look into the biggest storylines surrounding an action-packed first round.

Micah Adams

RJ Barrett introduced by Knicks: 'This is the place I wanted to be'

The Knicks held a news conference Friday to introduce their two draft picks, RJ Barrett and Ignas Brazdeikis.

Drew Nantais

NBA Draft 2019: Oddsmakers go by the book in making Zion Williamson, Ja Morant Rookie of the Year favorites

The odds for NBA Rookie of the Year are what you might expect.

Mike DeCourcy

Barrett ready for NYC pressure

The experience of playing alongside Zion Williamson at Duke readied RJ Barrett for the New York Knicks, he says.

Ben Spratt

Recap from the 2019 NBA Draft

It was an action-packed night at Barclays Center, beginning with Zion Williamson selection with the #1 pick. Catch up on all the picks, trades and best moments from the 2019 NBA Draft here.

NBA.com Staff

Knicks take Barrett 3rd overall

The New York Knicks made it official on Thursday night selecting Canadian RJ Barrett third overall in the 2019 NBA Draft.

Carlan Gay

Knicks hoping to buy 2nd-round pick

The Knicks hold the No. 3 pick and are projected to take former Duke star RJ Barrett, if they don’t trade down.

E.Jay Zarett

NBA Mock Draft 2019: SN's final first round

With trade rumors swirling, how will the 2019 NBA Draft shake out? Sporting News' Chris Stone goes through the entire first round in our latest NBA Mock Draft.

Chris Stone

NBA Draft prospect rankings: Big board of top 60 players in 2019 class

Zion Williamson will be the top pick at the 2019 NBA Draft, but what about the rest of the big board? Here's a look at Sporting News' latest prospect rankings covering the top 60 players in this draft class.

Chris Stone

What time does NBA Draft start today? Live TV coverage, pick order, prospects, mock draft

Here's everything you need to know about the 2019 NBA Draft, including when it starts, the full draft order and how to watch live on TV and stream online.

Jordan Greer

Knicks 'open’ to dealing Ntilikina

The Knicks are “extremely open” to moving Ntilikina in exchange for a late-first or early-second round pick, according to the New York Post.

E.Jay Zarett

3 teams with the most on the line

This year's NBA Draft could help quite a few teams accelerate their progress toward success or set them back.

Ameer Tyree

Teams with most at stake in draft

Will the Pelicans make another big trade? Will the Knicks take RJ Barrett with the third pick? What will the Hawks do with their pair of top-10 picks? Do the Celtics feel pressure to make a major move?

NBA.com Staff

Lakers, Knicks interested in Portis

The Lakers, Knicks, Clippers, Jazz, Bucks and Magic are all expected to be interested in signing Portis, according to NBC Sports Washington.

E.Jay Zarett

NY rejected Hawks trade offer

Atlanta offered the Knicks the No. 8 and No. 10 pick in exchange for the third selection, according to a report from ESPN.

E.Jay Zarett

NY wasn't close to Davis deal

New Orleans ended up sending Davis to the Lakers in exchange for Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, Josh Hart and three first round picks.

E.Jay Zarett

Anthony Davis trade rumors: Where Lakers, Celtics and Knicks stand

After a flurry of trade rumors and speculation, here's a closer look at the three teams most involved in the Anthony Davis sweepstakes and where things stand so far.

Jordan Greer

Davis' agent talks potential deals

Rich Paul said his goal this summer with Davis isn’t to get him to Los Angeles to be James’ running mate, but it does sound fun.

Travis Durkee

Pro teams want to offer betting

The report comes after an amendment was made Tuesday to New York's sports betting bill.

Chelsea Howard

Lakers, Knicks among Kemba suitors

Walker would make for an interesting addition to the Mavericks alongside 20-year-old Luka Doncic and 7-3 Latvian Kristaps Porzingis.

Travis Durkee

Knicks out of running for Davis?

Some within the New York organization are “uncomfortable with the idea of trading away significant assets" for Davis, according to SNY.

E.Jay Zarett

Barrett on New York: 'This is the place I want to be'

Canadian top draft prospect RJ Barrett met with the Knicks on Monday and says New York is the place he "wants to be".

Carlan Gay

Knicks expected to pursue Leonard

The Knicks are “expected to push hard for Leonard when free agency begins on June 30 at 6 p.m.,” according to a report from Newsday.

E.Jay Zarett

At least 5 teams to pursue Morris

The Lakers, Knicks, Bulls, Clippers and Kings are all expected to pursue Morris in free agency, according to a report from The Athletic.

E.Jay Zarett

Knicks consider trading No. 3 pick

New York could make the move in an effort to acquire pieces that would "better complement" free agents like Kevin Durant or Kyrie Irving.

Chelsea Howard

NBA trade rumors: Will Celtics, Knicks or Lakers land Anthony Davis?

With the NBA Draft order now set, the Anthony Davis sweepstakes begin (again). Which team should be the favorite to land the Pelicans star in a blockbuster trade?

Joe Morgan

Ntilikina ‘extremely happy’ with NY

The Knicks have been shopping the 20-year-old guard, according to an earlier report from the New York Daily News.

E.Jay Zarett

Porzingis said he'd go to Europe

Kristaps Porzingis really didn't want to re-sign with the Knicks.

Thomas Lott

Updated 2019 NBA Mock Draft

The NBA Draft Lottery is over and the order for the 2019 NBA Draft is set. Will the Pelicans take Zion Williamson? Will Ja Morant, RJ Barrett or someone else go second? Will any teams make major trades to move up? Here's our first crack at an updated mock draft now that we know where every team is picking.

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Knicks looking to deal Ntilikina

The 20-year-old guard averaged 5.7 points and 2.8 assists in 43 games in 2018-19.

E.Jay Zarett

NBA Mock Draft 2019, post-lottery edition: Pelicans, Knicks, Hawks snag Duke stars

With the pick order now finalized, how will the 2019 NBA Draft shake out? Sporting News' Chris Stone goes through the entire first round in our latest NBA Mock Draft.

Chris Stone

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