Darius Garland continued his impressive stretch for the Cavaliers, helping them to a 95-93 win over the Knicks, extending his streak of 10-plus-assist games to five.
Benyam Kidane
A Knicks fan was caught viewing an episode of 'The Office' instead of New York's loss to the Pelicans on Thursday night.
The Timberwolves kept their cool down the stretch to escape Madison Square Garden with a 112-110 win over the Knicks to move back to .500.
Young is averaging 27.6 points and 9.3 assists this season. Only five other players in NBA history have put up those numbers and he's on track to do it for the second time in his career.
RJ Barrett and Julius Randle have found the form that helped lead the Knicks to the playoffs last season, helping the team to its third consecutive win, beating the Hawks in Atlanta, 117-108.
Nick Metallinos
Saturday, Jan. 15 marks the date that some players who signed contracts in the offseason are eligible to be traded.
The Hawks traded Cam Reddish to the Knicks for a 2022 first-round pick, a 2025 second-round pick, Kevin Knox and Solomon Hill.
Kyle Irving
On Jan. 31, 2019, the Knicks traded Kristaps Porzingis to the Mavericks as part of a seven-player blockbuster deal. How does the trade look three years later?
Gilbert McGregor
A few days after Randle's thumbs down gesture, the Knicks fan responded as they booed the 6-foot-8 forward off the floor after a dismal performance against the Spurs.
Yash Matange
The forward heard the fans who were telling him and the team they were underperforming.
Tom Gatto
The Knicks thrilling win over the Celtics at Madison Square Garden provided some entertainment, and interesting stats as well.
The Knicks host the Celtics at Madison Square Garden as both struggling Eastern Conference teams look to get back on track.
The Lakers have cleared a roster spot in a three-team trade with the Cavs and Knicks, but what does that mean?
Carlan Gay
The Knicks are looking to turn their season around after winning back-to-back games for the first time since late October, beating the Timberwolves in Minnesota, 96-88.
As LeBron James continues to add to his tally, have a look at the top 10 all-time scoring leaders on Christmas Day, three of whom are still active.
Kemba Walker finished New York's win over Atlanta on Christmas Day with 10 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds.
Scott Rafferty
The NBA has played on Dec. 25 in 74 of its 75 years, and The Sporting News has been around for all of them. Here's a handful of memorable stories from Christmases past.
Bob Hille
Christmas is the marquee day on the NBA regular season schedule and this year's slate does not disappoint with matchups between Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Suns-Warriors, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.
The Christmas Day uniform is no more but each team slated to play on Christmas Day in 2021 has made specific sartorial choices for the holiday. Here is a list of the head-to-head uniform matchups.
The World's Most Famous Arena has played host to countless memorable moments over the years, but which NBA Christmas Day moments stand out the most?
Christmas Day is here with five blockbuster games on deck! Our Sporting News Staff give their predictions for the marquee day.
The NBA Christmas Day slate includes five matchups: Hawks-Knicks, Celtics-Bucks, Warriors-Suns, Lakers-Nets and Mavericks-Jazz.
Below, find all you need to know about NBA Christmas Day 2021, from how to watch to which superstars will be active.
The Knicks-Hawks contest tips-off the NBA's five-game Christmas Day slate for the 2021-22 season. Saturday's meeting is the second of four meetings between the two teams.
Kemba Walker is making a strong case to remain in the Knicks rotation even when teammates return from the NBA's health and safety protocols.
Rose has played a huge positive role for the Knicks off the bench. However, with his recent injury, he will be sidelined at least until after the 2022 NBA All-Star break.
In his first game in nearly three weeks, Walker scored 29 including a 17-point explosion in the third quarter. While the Knicks fell to the Celtics 114-107, the veteran point guard made a strong case for his inclusion in the Knicks' rotation.
Those who think Patrick Ewing's Knicks were worthless because they were ringless should think how worthless they would have been without him, TSN wrote in 2002.
Sean Deveney
If the previous two seasons were Patrick Ewing's coming-out part, then 1989-90 must be his coronation, The Sporting News wrote in December 1990.
Mike Weber
No player in NBA history not named Stephen Curry has averaged five made 3-pointers per game. He's done it four times. Why the new 3-point king may hold onto the throne forever.
Micah Adams
Stephen Curry has passed Ray Allen as the NBA's all-time 3-point leader.
Stephen Curry has officially passed Ray Allen to become the NBA's all-time 3-point leader and legends of the past and present took to Twitter to congratulate him.
Draymond Green didn't seem pleased with the Warriors having to travel on the same day of Golden State's matchup with New York.
Stephen Curry enters Tuesday's game against the Knicks two 3-pointers away from the all-time record.
In the first Warriors-Knicks matchup of the 2021-22 season, Stephen Curry looks set to break the all-time 3-point record at Madison Square Garden, an arena that is considered to be the "Mecca of Basketball."
Could you imagine a universe in which Stephen Curry suited up at Madison Square Garden 41 times a year? In 2009, the two-time MVP had a strong desire for that to be a reality.
DeMar DeRozan scored 18 of his 34 points in the fourth quarter to beat the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. DeRozan leads the league in fourth quarter scoring this season.
DeMar DeRozan has already accomplished a lot in his NBA career and is showing no signs of slowing down.
The Beard balled out, nearly recording a triple-double with 34 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists and three steals in 40 minutes of action against the Knicks. Postgame, he credited Reggie Miller, an NBA legend who was sideline calling the game for TNT, for his huge game.
In two games starting in place of Kemba Walker at point guard, Burks is averaging 24.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists.
Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau revealed before the team's matchup with the Nets that Kemba Walker will no longer be in the rotation.
Tuesday, the Knicks will make the short trip into Brooklyn for the first of four meetings with the Nets this season. With both teams coming off of playoff appearances, the rivalry is intensified this year.
Julius Randle has lost the mojo he had in 2020-21, but can he get it back?
"It goes deeper than basketball...that bond I have with New York City will never go anywhere," Anthony said prior to tip-off. When he checked into the game, at the 4:10 mark of the first quarter, he received a standing ovation from the crowd at Madison Square Garden.
The Lakers pay a visit to the Knicks as part of their five-game Eastern Conference road trip. LeBron James will not suit up for this contest at Madison Square Garden after receiving a one-game suspension for his altercation with Pistons' center Isaiah Stewart in Detroit.
After getting out to a 5-1 start, the Knicks have dropped five of their last seven games, including Friday night's contest to the Hornets. Is it time for a lineup change in New York?
With eight games on today's NBA schedule, we've got you covered with where to watch and what to keep an eye on.
As part of the NBA's 75th anniversary celebration, it will honor both the league's history and its current stars with several "Classic Matchups," which will occur throughout the season.
To honor the NBA's 75th anniversary season, all 30 of the new City Edition uniforms pays homage to key moments of each team's history.
The Knicks rode their stingy defense to wins last season. This year, they've done it with a revamped offense.
The Bulls made a 4-0 start to the season for the first time since the 90's but now things get serious. A brutal stretch in the schedule will test the new-look Chicago outfit as they look to make a mark in the Eastern Conference.
Kane Pitman
Bing Bong has become the calling cry of the New York Knicks. How did this come about?
Joakim Noah spent nine seasons in Chicago and became one of the most beloved players in franchise history.
After losing 15-straight games to the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks crowd was ecstatic at MSG and they weren't shy about letting the 76ers know.
The NBA's 2021-22 season, the league's 75th year, has gotten off to an exciting start and early in week two, the thrilling action continues with a matchup between two big-market teams in New York City as the All-Star Julius Randle and the Knicks host All-Star Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers. Here's all you need to know for the 76ers vs. Knicks game.
The historic franchises of the Knicks and Celtics opened up their 75th seasons against each other and boy did they not disappoint. A combined 272 points - the second-most combined points in an NBA season opener and 58 minutes of actions later, New York came out on top 138-134.
The Knicks needed two extra sessions but in the end, they rode Julius Randle (35 points) and Evan Fournier (32 points) to overcome the Celtics despite a franchise record 46 points from Jaylen Brown.
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As the NBA's 75th season gets underway, two of the league's charter franchises take center stage. Here's what you need to know about how to watch Celtics vs. Knicks during the NBA's opening week.
Bradley Beal exited the Washington Wizards preseason finale with a knee contusion. Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. is hopeful the injury won't cause the star guard to miss the regular season opener.
Vince Carter or Chris Webber. Patrick Ewing or Russell Westbrook. Our SN staff debates who would've benefitting most from an NBA championship.
If you could pick any player in their prime, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates — who would you choose?
Josh Eberley
The Knicks have Madison Square Garden rocking once again as they look to build on their impressive 2020-21 season. Here's how you can watch the Knicks this season without cable.
With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.
From LeBron's run up the record books to the NBA's top 75 all-time players, here are all of the top storylines to watch this upcoming season.
With training camp less than two weeks away and most rosters fully set, we're officially closing the book on the NBA offseason with our final grades.
Unvaccinated players for the Knicks, Nets and Warriors will not be allowed to participate in home games because of government policies in New York City and San Francisco.
Jordan Greer
This version of the Knicks is looking far more appealing to soon-to-be free agents or anyone considering a trade request.
The center claims he lost out on $58 million based off advice he received from Paul, exacerbated by the latter's failure to adequately represent him.
Zac Al-Khateeb
Kevin Durant and Kemba Walker were nearly teammates for the Knicks, according to a report.
Jacob Camenker
Damian Lillard likely won't be dealt this offseason, but that won't stop teams from trying.
Joe Rivera
The Knicks are looking to add some firepower to their offense.
According to a new report from SNY's Ian Begley, the Knicks could be in the Lillard sweepstakes should the Portland guard become available this summer.
Taking a look at who is taking home the hardware from the 2020-21 season.
Edward Sutelan
Rose started only three games for the Knicks in the 2020-21 season and averaged 14.7 points per game split between the Pistons and Knicks.
Williams, who trailed Thibodeau by 11 points to finish second, actually had more first-place votes.
As the Hawks eliminated the Knicks from the playoffs, Trae Young continued to serve as a villain and took a curtain call in front of the New York faithful to polish off a 4-1 series win.
"Come on, man. That's a fair-weather fan right there," TNT analyst Reggie Miller said.
The Hawks have a chance to knock off the Knicks in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference playoff series. Clint Capela seems confident they'll be able to do it.
The Knicks did not take the fan's actions lightly.
If New Yorkers are trying to get inside Trae Young's head, well, it isn't working.
Bill de Blasio went after Trae Young in a Tuesday press conference. It may have backfired, as Twitter users pointed out that the New York City mayor gave the Hawks star some great motivation ahead of his Wednesday night clash with the Knicks.
Trae Young embraced the hate from Knicks fans after leading the Hawks to a Game 1 victory in New York.
Can someone get the man a chalupa?
The Knicks were expected to be among the worst teams in the East in the 2020-21 season. Instead, they finished as the No. 4 seed in the conference.
For the first time in eight years, the Knicks are postseason-bound. The team and its players took to Twitter to celebrate the news.
Shaquille O'Neal confused current Knicks forward Julius Randle with former NBA forward Zach Randolph on TNT's broadcast of the Celtics-Heat game.
The Knicks will be looking for an upgrade at point guard this offseason, and it seems they already have a few options in mind.
Here is everything you need to know to watch Knicks vs. Lakers, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Tuesday's game.
James is reportedly feeling "great" and has had two days of "workouts at a high level."
If the 30-year-old star becomes available, the Knicks will be firmly in the mix.
New York has won its ninth in a row, a near-historic achievement for the constantly beleaguered team.
The point guard injured his left ankle during Atlanta's overtime loss to the Knicks in New York.
The rumor mill stirs.
The Pelicans had a complete mental breakdown against the Knicks on Sunday.
Bryant tragically died in January 2020, but his legacy will live on through the NBA players he touched.
Rose has missed nearly a month, but there's no timetable for his return to action.
Randle certainly wasn't happy about the call, but did the officiating crew get it right?
Minnesota dismissed Saunders with the team at 7-24 and last in the Western Conference.
Butler unfortunately won't win any awards, but he at least helped the Heat to a win.
The Warriors insisted Green was airing out rookie James Wiseman rather than an official or an opponent.
The Toronto forward left the court prior to the end of the team's loss to the 76ers on Dec. 29. He is expected to return for the Raptors' next game.
Disney's "Soul" was released on Christmas Day and mocks the Knicks during one scene, essentially bashing how bad the Knicks are.
Billy Heyen
The middle child of the Ball brothers has had a harder time finding a path toward playing in the NBA than siblings Lonzo and LaMelo.
Jacob Hancock
The Knicks managed to trade away two picks on NBA Draft night that they then flipped into two higher picks than the ones they began with. Along with selecting Immanuel Quickly, GM Scott Perry showed a bit of magic.
But why was he there? There's a simple explanation.
The 2020 NBA Draft wasn't deep in talent, but there were players who represented good value in Round 1. Which teams were best and worst at finding those players?
Mike DeCourcy
Paul and Westbrook could be on the move again during a truncated NBA offseason.
Dan Bernstein
The NBA offseason has not officially begun until rumors start flying about the Knicks bringing a star to Madison Square Garden. Well, here we go!
Knicks owner James Dolan takes trash talk very seriously.
Jordan Heck
The big question here isn't about Thibodeau's previous accomplishments. It's about whether he is capable of leading these Knicks into the future.
James Dolan's inability to take advice will continue to prevent New York from being a desirable destination.
The Knicks owner has reportedly left players and employees "furious" because the team has not yet publicly commented on the death of George Floyd.
These six players likely would have won at least one NBA championship if not for Michael Jordan.
Bill Bender
After Michael Jordan announced his first retirement, Scottie Pippen emerged as a superstar in his own right. But all of that individual excellence was quickly forgotten on May 13, 1994.
Michael Jordan's stats against New York, especially in the playoffs, help explain his dominance of the Knicks.
Gary Vider said he and his father pulled the stunt numerous times from 1993 to 1997.
The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.
The Knicks were widely viewed as the favorite to sign the 10-time All-Star, but Kevin Durant ultimately agreed to a four-year deal with the Nets.
The NBA, Knicks and Nets moved to help New Yorkers amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Dejan Kalinic
Dolan is said to be experiencing "little to no symptoms."
You remember Michael Jordan's 55 points against the Knicks on March 28, 1995. Here is what you might have missed in that memorable performance.
"Yo, you had a great game, young fella." Classic Kobe.
Vince Carter has enjoyed an NBA career spanning four decades, but it could have come to a premature end due to the league's suspension.
John Skilbeck
The Oklahoma City point guard wore the message "Do the Right Thing" on his sneakers during Friday's game in New York.
The much-maligned Knicks owner likely won't sell the team, but if you follow these easy steps, he might think about it!
Could Leon Rose's connection to Chris Paul help facilitate a trade between the Knicks and Thunder?
James Dolan is under heavy fire from a familiar critic.
Spike Lee appeared to be denied entry to the Rockets-Knicks game Monday night. He had a lot to say about team owner James Dolan on Tuesday morning.
ESPN's Mike Breen said Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett were always "three of my favorite players."
The NBA's trade deadline has come and gone, offering up some early clarity for the 2020 NBA Draft.
Chris Stone
Portis was tossed in New York's 114-96 loss to the Wizards on Wednesday night.
The Pistons dealt longtime center Andre Drummond to an unexpected team before the deadline. The move caught Drummond off guard, although it really shouldn't have.
These are the NBA trades that really made fans shake their heads in disgust.
Sean Highkin
New York fans were fed up at the end of another lopsided loss.
There has been big performances, historic moments, game-winners and even some fights! Re-live some of the best NBA moments on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
New York already has a lot of big men, but Drummond would be an upgrade.
Anthony Davis' MRI came back clean Wednesday morning and revealed only a gluteus maximus contusion.
These teams seem unlikely to put together a winning season anytime soon.
At the start of 2020, it's an all-Memphis duo at the top of our NBA Rookie of the Year rankings.
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said David Fizdale was "thrown under the bus" by the struggling Knicks.
Sacha Pisani
Who will the Knicks hire to fill David Fizdale's seat at Madison Square Garden?
Who could possibly lead the Knicks back to prominence? We've got three words for you.
David Fizdale couldn't make it through his second season with the Knicks.
Fat Joe believes Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving didn't want the "pressure" and "media attention" associated with the Knicks.
Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is listed as "week-to-week" while dealing with the residual effects of a hard fall.
The 2016 NBA Draft's No. 1 overall pick drilled his long-overdue maiden 3-pointer, and the 76ers reacted accordingly.
Kristaps Porzingis made his return to Madison Square Garden on Thursday — and he did not receive a warm welcome.
Porzingis will play at Madison Square Garden on Thursday for the first time since leaving New York.
The 2019-20 college basketball season is here, and with it comes nearly a year of speculation regarding the 2020 NBA Draft.
Major changes could be coming to MSG if the ship doesn't right itself in the coming months.
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.
New York gets the W in its first meeting against its former franchise cornerstone, plus more from the Association on a Friday night.
David Fizdale clearly doesn't believe in load management.
Last year's Rookie of the Year notched his ninth career triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
Ameer Tyree
"As a leader, outside stuff can affect our team. And I think that did," Morris said of Irving.
Chelsea Howard
Unreal amount of disrespect in a preseason game.
“I didn’t appreciate the language he used with Bahamians,” Thompson told USA Today.
Anthony also participated in workouts and scrimmages with the Nets in Los Angeles earlier this month.
"For the people that are trying to look down on him, RJ's been through worse,” Williamson told SNY.
E.Jay Zarett
Which NBA team is willing to give Carmelo Anthony the farewell season he desires?
Barrett suffered his injury last month while playing in summer league.
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.
“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."
"There are two-to-three players who could start at every position," Portis recently told HoopsHype.
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
Sporting News is tracking all of the biggest free-agent signings of the 2019 offseason right here.
Drew Nantais
The Knicks reworked Reggie Bullock's deal after concerns over his health.
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
"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.
NBA free agency has arrived. With stars like Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant on the market, expect big contracts to fly around.
It was one crazy night for the NBA as an earthquake made sure it wouldn't be outdone by any basketball player.
Williamson's debut was cut short after he took knee-to-knee contact.
Alexis Mansanarez
During the game, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake occurred in Ridgecrest, California — just 140 miles from Las Vegas.
Zion Williamson looks comfortable on an NBA court, dunk you very much.
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.
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.
"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.
"For the fans, New York is New York," Oakley said Monday. "But for the players now, it's just a different ball game."
Here's a complete list of notable deals from the second day of free agency.
Stephen A. Smith is not happy with the Knicks' moves — or lack thereof — in free agency.
Jacob Janower
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.
The Knicks were "not prepared to offer” Durant a max contract because of their concerns over his ruptured Achilles, according to ESPN.
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.
Durant ruptured his Achilles in Game 5 of the NBA Finals and is expected to miss all of next season.
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Here's everything you need to know ahead of NBA free agency, including the top available players and teams with the most cap space.
The Knicks have a contingency plan if they cannot land Kyrie Irving.
Thomas Lott
Sporting News is tracking the latest news, rumors and speculation with Kevin Durant back on the market.
The veteran big man averaged 9.5 points and 3.9 rebounds for the Bulls last season.
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.
The Knicks "have serious interest," while the Clippers are "intrigued" by Cousins.
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.
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.
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
The Celtics are the front-runners to land Kemba Walker, which may make Rozier expendable.
The 2019 NBA Draft has come and gone. Sporting News' Chris Stone handed out draft grades as the picks were made.
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
Stephen Curry's college coach recalls the 2009 NBA Draft and working with the two-time MVP and three-time champion.
Liam Blackburn
The Knicks were fined $50,000 when they barred the New York Daily News from joining their post-draft press conference.
Gabrielle McMillen
The Knicks held a news conference Friday to introduce their two draft picks, RJ Barrett and Ignas Brazdeikis.
