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Duop Reath Still Being Available Should Entice Knicks to Explore His Upside

Duop Reath has played three seasons in the NBA, and his numbers have progressively worsened each year. His best campaign was his rookie season, when he played 68 games and started 20 in first taste of NBA action, averaging 9.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and one assist.

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Knicks’ Jalen Brunson: ‘I don’t think I’ll go until the wheels fall off’

Jalen Brunson turned 30 on Monday. So fittingly, he’s already getting asked about getting old. But the Knicks star gave a pretty thoughtful answer when Stefan Bondy of the New York Post asked how much longer he intends to play.

Andre Drummond News / New York Knicks on SI / August 31

Why It's Important Knicks Get a True Backup to Andre Drummond

The New York Knicks did well this offseason to land Andre Drummond on a minimum deal in the wake of Mitchell Robinson's exit. This gives New York a legitimate main backup to Karl-Anthony Towns that can take the load off or step in when needed.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / August 31

Happy 30th Birthday, Cap!

Another Knick turns 30 this week! Days after Mikal Bridges reached the milestone, Captain Jalen Brunson celebrates his birthday today. Born August 31, 1996, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, the Knicks captain hits the 30-year mark about 11 weeks after delivering New York its first NBA championship since 1973 and earning Finals MVP.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

New York Knicks News / Bleacher Report / August 30

Watch: Of course LaVar picked the Wolves

New York Knicks News / Netflix Junkie / August 30

Harry Styles Makes Subtle Reference to Taylor Swift’s Wedding During New York Show

Who said exes cannot be friends or cheer each other on in moments of happiness? When two people care for each other enough, they find a way to be happy for each other, no matter whether they are together or not.

Mo Bamba News / New York Knicks on SI / August 30

Mo Bamba Could Be a Sneaky Option for Knicks If They Stay Patient

As we get closer to the start of training camp next month and the eventual preseason games in October for the defending NBA champion New York Knicks, fans are still wondering when the team will fill the vacant third center spot and who it will go to.

NBA News / HITC / August 30

Watch the ‘spicy’ pass that won the coveted NBA Assist of the Season award for 2025/26

Karl-Anthony Towns’ pass during the New York Knicks’ game against the San Antonio Spurs has been named the No. 1 assist of the 2025-26 season by the NBA.

Jordan Clarkson News / EssentiallySports / August 30

Pop Star Bebe Rexha Breaks Silence on Jordan Clarkson Dating Rumors

Bebe Rexha, the pop sensation, was giving off new romance vibes when she was spotted with New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson fresh off his NBA championship win.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 30

Rankings Knicks' Bench Players From Most to Least Important in 2026-27

The Knicks' bench finished the season as one of the most impactful and prolific units in the league. But this group will look noticeably different in 2026-27.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Jalen Brunson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 30

Knicks fan Zohran Mamdani drops hilarious ‘Jalen Brunson is the king’ declaration

The New York Knicks brought the NBA championship home after a lengthy 53-year wait, and the whole city was on cloud nine, including New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Yves Missi News / New York Knicks on SI / August 29

Knicks Just Had Salt Rubbed in Their Yves Missi Trade Wound

One of the Knicks' first bumps along the road this offseason at center was their rejection of a trade for Pelicans big man Yves Missi. In fact, New York liked him so much that it tried "multiple times," per NBA on Prime's Chris Haynes, to land the third-year pro.

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The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'FBS college football nicknames' quiz

The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

Ben Simmons News / New York Knicks on SI / August 29

2 Reasons for and 2 Against Knicks Possibly Signing Ben Simmons

The Knicks are still in the market for a third center option, especially after watching Nick Richards sign with the Heat on Thursday. The likes of journeyman Bismack Biyombo, Tony Bradley, Mason Plumlee, and Drew Eubanks are still available.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 29

OG Anunoby Gets Real On Whether He’d Have Welcomed LeBron James On Knicks

LeBron James chose to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason, but there was a world in which he could have gone to the New York Knicks instead.

NBA News / HITC / August 29

Max Kellerman gives one example which makes Jalen Brunson ‘better than’ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Jalen Brunson sits atop the NBA in 2026, having just led the New York Knicks to an NBA championship. And Max Kellerman thinks there’s something which makes him better than Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Jose Alvarado News / Fadeaway World / August 29

Jose Alvarado Gets Candid On Almost Crying At Knicks’ Championship Parade And His Goals For The Future

NBA champion Jose Alvarado is on the cover of the latest edition of the Slam Kicks magazine. The New York Knicks guard gave an exclusive interview in which he spoke about what it was like to bring a championship to New York, the emotional roller coaster of the parade, and what’s next in his career.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 29

Kylie Jenner Opens Up About Falling In Love With Knicks And Wardrobe Malfunction Fears

Cosmetics millionaire Kylie Jenner, who is currently dating actor Timothée Chalamet, has also developed a love for the Knicks over the past two years, like her boyfriend, who is a Knicks superfan.

New York Knicks News / HITC / August 28

Kevin Durant admits Knicks left him stunned after he doubted them through their wildest Finals comeback

Kevin Durant has admitted that even he did not believe the New York Knicks would win the NBA championship until the final game of their remarkable Finals series against the San Antonio Spurs.

Josh Hart News / Fadeaway World / August 28

Josh Hart Makes Bold Recovery Choice Ahead Of Knicks’ Championship Defense

New York Knicks forward Josh Hart played the entire 2025-26 NBA season with a splint on his right ring finger, and it looks like that might remain the case for the rest of his career.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 28

Knicks’ Plans For 14th Roster Spot Revealed

The New York Knicks entered the 2026 offseason on the back of a historic playoff run that ended a 53-year-long title drought. While this would typically suggest a promising outlook for the next campaign, with aspirations to repeat championship success, the Knicks have been quiet this summer.

New York Knicks News / Kicks on SI / August 28

Penny Hardaway's Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 'Knicks' Drops Soon

The New York Knicks did more than snap a 53-year NBA Championship drought; they set off a summer of New York-inspired sneaker drops. Nike has capitalized on the Knicks' resurgence.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Knicks rumors: What are plans to round out roster after NBA’s latest flurry of signings

The 2026-27 New York Knicks roster remains incomplete as a few spots remain open. One NBA insider explained what has been going on with the franchise this summer New York experienced an unforgettable title run throughout the 2025-26 season.

Josh Hart News / The Lead / August 24

Could Josh Hart Be the Next Knick to Get an Extension?

The New York Knicks have already made one important decision regarding their extension-eligible players this offseason. Now, Josh Hart could be next. Hart became eligible for a contract extension on Aug.

Josh Hart News / Hoops Rumors / August 23

How Much Might Josh Hart Earn On Potential Extension?

As James L. Edwards III of The Athletic writes, Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart became eligible on August 10 for a contract extension worth up to $132MM over four years.

Josh Hart News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20

Details emerge on Josh Hart's expected new contract with the Knicks

Josh Hart’s post-championship payday may end up being a fairly modest one. The New York Knicks veteran swingman Hart is expected to receive a contract for three years and in the range of $60-$62 million, James L.

OG Anunoby News / Hoops Wire / August 19

OG Anunoby on Knicks defending title: ‘You want to peak toward the end’

The Knicks finally reached the top. OG Anunoby already is thinking about how they stay there. Coming off New York’s first NBA championship in 53 years, Anunoby told Mark Medina of Fadeaway World that the Knicks can’t simply try to recreate their playoff intensity from October through April.