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Josh Hart makes obvious retirement wish ahead of potential contract extension

The New York Knicks are looking to repeat as NBA champions. At the same time, Josh Hart is eligible for a new contract extension. He became eligible for a four-year, $132 million deal on Aug.

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Knicks' Center Hunt Facing a New Threat From the Heat

The New York Knicks' need at center isn't one many around the league share, given many franchises are already set there between veterans, young pieces, and two-way deals.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Knicks get little NBA title repeat respect from ESPN experts

The New York Knicks are the defending NBA champions. Two months later, and it is still something to savor. With the 2026-27 NBA season around the corner, New York will be counted on to repeat.

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.

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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?

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Jalen Brunson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24

Knicks star Jalen Brunson’s ‘1 of 1’ earliest known autograph surfaces after NBA Finals win

It sounds like 2026 NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson knew he would be a “1 of 1” player, as the New York Knicks star’s autograph from his childhood has emerged.

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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 / New York Knicks on SI / August 24

Examining Rotation Changes Knicks Could Make as They Look to Defend Title

The Knicks won the championship just two months ago and looked dominant doing it. But that doesn't mean that they can't get even better. Despite losing Mitchell Robinson to free agency, there are some lineup and rotation changes they can implement to take yet another step in their road to repeating as NBA Champions.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 23

Jose Alvarado’s hilarious clap-back at Josh Hart over life-changing NBA title

The New York Knicks added Jose Alvarado at the deadline via trade with the New Orleans Pelicans, and the undrafted guard went on to play a key role during the team’s run to the NBA championship.

Jalen Brunson News / HITC / August 23

‘Earliest known’ Jalen Brunson autograph up for auction and NBA fans are bidding big

Jalen Brunson’s basketball journey began long before he became an NBA champion, and fans now have a chance to own a small piece of that early history.

New York Knicks News / HITC / August 23

Jalen Brunson once revealed life-changing advice Kobe Bryant gave him while he was in high school

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson once received career-changing advice from NBA legend Kobe Bryant when he was a high-school player. Brunson recently became an NBA champion for the first time after the Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs to win their third NBA title and first in 53 years.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 23

NBA Notes: Knicks, Josh Hart, Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Nets

The Knicks and Josh Hart appear headed toward another contract discussion, though the price could be interesting. Hart became eligible Aug. 10 for an extension worth as much as $132 million over four years, as relayed by James L.

Jordan Clarkson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 23

Jordan Clarkson drops mic on Knicks title repeat in return to hometown of San Antonio

The New York Knicks are less than two months away from kicking off their title defense after winning their first NBA championship in 53 years this past season.

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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 / 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.

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Jose Alvarado News / New York Knicks on SI / August 23

Latest Jose Alvarado News Matters to Knicks in Multiple Ways

The most recent major news involving Knicks guard Jose Alvarado came about two months ago, when he and New York agreed on terms of a three-year extension.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 22

2 surprising players Michelle Beadle would take over Jalen Brunson

Although Jalen Brunson pulled off a miraculous NBA Finals victory, one NBA analyst still has players that they would pick before him. In a social media video for Run It Back, Michelle Beadle played a game where she was asked if Jalen Brunson was better than the listed NBA players.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 22

International Signings: Besson, Carey, Canaan

Free agent guard Hugo Besson has officially signed with ASVEL in his native France, the team announced in a press release. The 58th overall pick in the 2022 draft, Besson has yet to sign his first NBA contract, having continued to play overseas since he was selected late in the second round four years ago.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 22

High-Flying Center Who's Still Unsigned Is Worth a Knicks Tryout

The New York Knicks have had five total Dunk Contest wins in their history—Kenny Walker, Nate Robinson (x3) and Obi Toppin—and they could add the event's reigning winner as they seek out big man help.

Josh Hart News / Viral Sports News / August 22

Josh Hart Drops Update on Shaky Future With Knicks

Josh Hart has already etched his name into New York Knicks history as a key contributor to the franchise’s long-awaited championship. Now, as the forward becomes eligible for a contract extension, questions about his long-term future with the team have moved to the forefront.

Dillon Jones News / New York Knicks on SI / August 22

Dillon Jones's New Opportunity Might Help Revive His Knicks Future

One Knicks free agent many have forgotten about is two-way wing Dillon Jones. There was no news on him until the middle of July, when he joined New York's Summer League squad.

Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 21

Josh Hart drops hilarious $131 million reaction to max extension report

As the New York Knicks prepare to defend their title, Josh Hart is waiting on a contract extension. However, a report from Hoopsview said the Knicks will not give Hart a max contract extension worth a purported $132 million over four years.

New York Knicks 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.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Fadeaway World / August 19

Jordyn Woods Reveals How She Met Karl-Anthony Towns, Shows Off Custom Diamond Ring After Wedding

Two days after the Knicks fans went gaga over Jordyn Woods’ lavish wedding ceremony with Karl-Anthony Towns in Malibu, the newlywed couple gave their first interview.

James Dolan News / EssentiallySports / August 17

Report Reveals Knicks’ Historic Gains From NBA Finals Run as James Dolan’s Private Business Booms

For 53 years, Madison Square Garden had no Knicks championship to celebrate. When that finally changed, the celebration did not stay inside the arena.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17

Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods are married

Karl-Anthony Towns’ big year got even bigger on Saturday. Towns and longtime girlfriend Jordyn Woods were married in Malibu, Calif. on Saturday, according to the New York Post.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Charles Oakley's lawsuit against MSG dismissed by judge

A federal judge has dismissed former New York Knicks forward Charles Oakley’s remaining claims against Madison Square Garden for a third time, ending a legal battle that stretched more than nine years.

NYC cafe trolls Victor Wembanyama with hilarious choking-hazard sign

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / August 13

New York Knicks schedule: Full 2026-27 slate released

The path to a New York Knicks repeat has officially been revealed. The NBA unveiled the full schedule for its 2026-27 season on Thursday, the latest landmark in the countdown to the Knicks’ title defense is official.