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Knicks send heartfelt message after Michael Sweetney’s passing

The New York Knicks were deeply saddened on Thursday after it was announced that former forward Michael Sweetney had passed away. He was 43 years old. The cause of death has not been disclosed.

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Former New York Knicks Forward Has Reportedly Died

Michael Sweetney, the former New York Knicks first-round pick who came out of Georgetown and spent his first two NBA seasons at Madison Square Garden, has died.

New York Knicks News / Total Pro Sports / September 18

Former New York Knicks Lottery Pick From Famed 2003 NBA Draft Has Shockingly Died At 43

The NBA lost a member of the famed 2003 Draft today. Former New York Knicks forward Michael Sweetney has reportedly died. He was 43. Details of his sudden demise remain scarce, but his wife, India, posted a heartfelt message on Facebook about Sweetney’s passing.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / September 17

Gilbert Arenas Explains Why Knicks Will Not Win Back-To-Back Championships

Fresh off winning their first championship in 53 years, it would be easy for the New York Knicks to become drunk on their own success. But from everything

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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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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 / Knicks X-Factor / September 17

Michael Sweetney, a New York Knicks draft pick, dies at 43

The family of Michael Sweetney, the New York Knicks’ first-round pick from the 2003 NBA draft, announced his passing at the age of 43 on Thursday. Sweetney came to New York as the ninth pick out of Georgetown and played two seasons in Manhattan.

Liam Robbins News / New York Knicks on SI / September 17

Liam Robbins' Knicks Outlook Is Complicated After Sign-and-Waive

One of the first moves the Knicks made during their recent signing spree was inking inexperienced center Liam Robbins to an Exhibit 10 deal. Many were happy with this news, as it hinted that Robbins—a Summer League standout for New York— would be in the mix for a two-way contract this preseason.

John Konchar News / Yardbarker / September 17

Knicks roster battle should have obvious frontrunner

The New York Knicks held training camp tryouts for its final roster spots last season and went on to win an NBA title. This season, they're trying a similar approach.

Knicks add Drew Eubanks, could compete with John Konchar for roster spot

Ex-Knicks big man Michael Sweetney dies at age 43

Knicks pause ticket sales after error led to high prices

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New York Knicks News / TWSN / September 17

The Knicks Improve Their Great Offseason

This offseason has already been an A for the Knicks, with the only loss being Mitchell Robinson to the Celtics. They were able to retain all of their significant pieces without going over the second apron, and added Andre Drummond to fill the void of Mitchell Robinson.

Michael Sweetney News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Ex-Knicks big man Michael Sweetney dies at age 43

Former New York Knicks lottery pick Michael Sweetney has died. Sweetney died this week at the age of 43. India Sweetney, Michael’s wife, made the tragic announcement over social media on Thursday, saying that the family was “deeply saddened” by the news.

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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.

New York Knicks News / TV Insider / September 17

‘Law & Order: SVU’: Jalen Brunson to Guest Star in Season 28 — Find out When

Mariska Hargitay and Jalen Brunson will be together again soon! After Hargitay became one of the very well-known faces of celebrity Knicks fans during their championship run, Brunson then appeared alongside her during the Emmys opening; she hosted the awards show.

New York Knicks News / Field Level Media / September 17

Knicks pause ticket sales after error led to high prices

The New York Knicks halted ticket sales on Thursday after an internal error led to some sky-high prices. The get-in price for tickets to the Knicks' season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers is $1,251, according to TicketData.com.

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Tyler Nickel News / New York Knicks on SI / September 17

Knicks' Tyler Nickel Contract Plans Are Finally Coming Into Focus

The Knicks have made a slew of signings this week, inking veterans for a training camp tryout and young players for their NBA G League affiliate. But despite the team's activity picking up, there's still silence on the Tyler Nickel contract front.

Michael Sweetney News / Hoops Wire / September 17

Former Knicks first-round pick Michael Sweetney dies at 43

Former Knicks first-round pick Michael Sweetney has died at the age of 43. Sweetney’s wife, India, announced his death Thursday in a Facebook post. No cause of death has been announced.

New York Knicks News / The Spun / September 17

Knicks Announce They Made Mistake With Individual Ticket Prices

The New York Knicks are pausing individual ticket sales for the upcoming season. New York announced on Thursday, September 17, that they made a mistake with their individual ticket prices for the upcoming season, when they first went on-sale earlier this week.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / September 17

Knicks’ five-man roster battle may come down to one spot

The Knicks have signed five veterans to compete for what could amount to one available roster spot. Yes, training camp should be lively. As Luke Adams of Hoops Rumors laid out, Bruce Brown, John Konchar, Ochai Agbaji, Drew Eubanks and James Wiseman are all on non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 contracts.

NBA News / Field Level Media / September 17

Get-in price for Knicks' opener against 76ers tops $1,250

The get-in price for tickets to the New York Knicks' season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers is $1,251, according to TicketData.com. That figure is higher than the get-in price for any regular-season game during the 2025-26 season.

Bruce Brown News / New York Knicks on SI / September 17

Why Bruce Brown Might Not Stick With Knicks Despite No-Risk Deal

With the beginning of training camp just under two weeks away, Leon Rose awoke from an 11-week slumber by making a flurry of moves over the last 48 hours, including signing wing Bruce Brown.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / September 17

Which Knicks Player Will Get The Final Roster Spot? Ranking The 5 Candidates

The New York Knicks already showed us last season why these random September training camp battles aren’t always as irrelevant as they look. Landry Shamet

New York Knicks News / HITC / September 17

New York Knicks sign NBA champion who played all 82 games for Nuggets last season

The New York Knicks have made another offseason move after winning the title earlier this year. While Mitchell Robinson departed for the Boston Celtics, the Knicks have signed several new players.

Charles Oakley News / EssentiallySports / September 17

Charles Oakley Faces Setback in Lawsuit Against MSG as $642K Legal Bill Looms

Former New York Knicks power forward Charles Oakley has suffered another major defeat in his nearly decade-long legal battle against James Dolan and Madison Square Garden.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / September 16

New York Knicks sign veteran reserve John Konchar

“Jitty” is heading to the city. Per Shams Charania of ESPN, the New York Knicks are set to sign reserve forward/guard John Konchar to a one-year deal. The Chicago native spent seven seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies before he was moved to the Utah Jazz at last season’s trade deadline.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16

Knicks sign former NBA champion to Exhibit 9 deal

The New York Knicks are fresh off an NBA title, and now they are adding a former NBA champion to their roster. On Wednesday, the Knicks made a series of moves, with the most notable one being the addition of Bruce Brown, who joins the team on an Exhibit 9 deal.