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On YouTubeNew York Knicks News / HITC / January 3
How close Michael Jordan really came to joining the New York Knicks in 1996
Michael Jordan stayed with the Chicago Bulls for almost his entire career, but just how close was he to becoming a New York Knicks player? Few fans know how close the New York Knicks came to signing Michael Jordan in 1996, when executives explored creative ways to pull the then-four-time champion away from the Chicago Bulls.
Jalen Brunson News / New York Knicks on SI / January 3
Knicks' Jalen Brunson Named Among 2025's Top Players
Jalen Brunson has carved out a clear Hall of Fame track in closing in on his age-30 season. Despite a relatively slow start to his career, the second-round pick-turned-New York Knicks star has solidified himself as one of the 10 best players currently playing basketball, now set to enter 2026 as one of the prior year's most decorated performers.
NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / January 3
Celtics Predicted to Lap Knicks in Finals Race
The New York Knicks spent more of the first third of the 2025-26 season warding off the Boston Celtics than they may have bargained for, and that surprising race isn't expected to slow any time soon.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / January 3
Knicks Bulletin: ‘It was too late by that point’ 
The Knicks decided to drop the first leg of a back-to-back affair so they can beat the 76ers nicely today. What did you expect? Here’s the latest from the protagonists of Friday’s disaster.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Josh Hart News / Athlon Sports / January 3
Knicks Announce Josh Hart News After 3 Missed Games
Josh Hart remained out of commission on Friday night as the New York Knicks suffered a disappointing 111-99 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Jalen Brunson tried to carry the shorthanded Knicks as Hart, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson all sat out with respective injuries.
New York Knicks News / Field Level Media / January 3
Knicks, smarting from ugly loss, pursue improvement vs. Sixers
Fresh off perhaps their most lethargic performance of the season, the New York Knicks hope to author a crisper effort Saturday when they host the Philadelphia 76ers.
Josh Hart News / EssentiallySports / January 3
Josh Hart Injury Update: When Will the Knicks Star Return to Action?
Mike Brown reversed his decision to take Josh Hart out of the starting lineup, and the impact was immediate. Despite a loaded roster, the gritty Knicks guard remains one of the Knicks’ essential pieces.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / January 3
'They Have a Right to Boo Me' – New York Knicks Coach Drops Brutally Honest Take on Their Blowout Defeat Vs. Atlanta Hawks
The New York Knicks are on a two-game losing streak, following a 111-99 loss against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, and head coach Mike Brown believes they deserved to get booed by the Madison Square Garden crowd.
Josh Hart News / Hoops Wire / January 3
Knicks waiting on Josh Hart as lineup shuffles continue
The Knicks will be without Josh Hart a bit longer. Hart will miss at least another week as he continues to recover from a sprained right ankle, the team announced, via Ian Begley of SNY.tv.
NBA News / Knicks X-Factor / January 3
Atlanta Thrashes Knicks in 2nd Straight Loss
Nearly 48 hours after after Times Square dropped its orb, a plethora of dropped balls did the New York Knicks in at Madison Square Garden. A Jalen Johnson triple-double and too many turnovers spelled the Knicks doom in a 111-99 defeat to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night in Manhattan.
NBA News / Posting and Toasting / January 2
Hawks 111, Knicks 99: Missing players, missing shots
Tonight, a shorthanded New York Knicks (23*-11) squad hosted the Atlanta Hawks (17-19). The home team played without Karl-Anthony Towns (illness), Josh Hart (ankle), and Mitchell Robinson (ankle), which was to their detriment, while the visitors played without Trae Young, which was to Atlanta’s advantage.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 2
Knicks vs. Pistons looks like a heated rivalry in the making
On Monday night, Jan. 5, the top two teams in the NBA’s Eastern Conference will square off.
NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / January 2
Last-Minute Predictions for Knicks' Matchup vs. Hawks
The New York Knicks are searching for redemption after a crushing 134-132 loss to San Antonio, where defensive breakdowns plagued their typically disciplined approach.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 2
Who Is Kevin Shiflett? Meet the Amazing Chin-Balancing Artist Who Took Over Knicks NBA Halftime
Ladders. Tables. BBQ Grills. Kevin Shiflett can balance it all on his chin. The uniquely talented star, who has been balancing objects for decades, recently came into the spotlight yet again, during the New York Knicks’ most recent matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.
Karl-Anthony Towns News / New York Knicks on SI / January 2
Knicks Receive Concerning Karl-Anthony Towns Update
The New York Knicks received concerning news ahead of their matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday. Star center Karl-Anthony Towns has been listed as questionable on the injury report due to an illness.
Mitchell Robinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 1
How Knicks’ expensive Mitchell Robinson problem complicates future amid NBA title chase
The New York Knicks have been on a roll of late, sitting at 7-3 in their last 10 games. Those 10 games include a comeback win on Christmas Day against the Cleveland Cavaliers, as well as a win in the 2026 NBA Cup Championship over the San Antonio Spurs.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 1
Rare late-game stumble motivates Knicks against Hawks
The New York Knicks spent much of December offering evidence they are serious contenders to win their first NBA title in more than 50 years. The last day of the month (and the year) served as a reminder the Knicks are still a work in progress.
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 1
Knicks’ Jalen Brunson gets shoutout in Zohran Mamdani inauguration speech
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani hosted his inauguration at City Hall, as there will be a new era when it comes to who will be serving the city for the foreseeable future.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 31
Julian Champagnie's career night helps Spurs snap brief losing streak
Over the previous three weeks, the San Antonio Spurs looked to have cemented themselves as arguably the best team in the NBA.
New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / January 2
Why Knicks are in a good place in the NBA Eastern Conference
The New York Knicks entered the season in championship-or-bust mode after reaching their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2000. But even with those lofty expectations, the franchise opened its 80th season with a handful of glaring roster concerns.
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 30
OG Anunoby drops a bar on his outreach to Dirk Nowitzki
Out of all the guys on the New York Knicks, OG Anunoby has stood out not just in terms of talent but also in terms of boastfulness. After the Knicks won the NBA Cup, he said they were a real contender from then on. He has grown in ways thanks to the mentorship of NBA legend Dirk Nowitzki.
New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / December 29
Knicks Notes: Karl-Anthony Towns, Tyler Kolek, Kevin McCullar Jr., schedule
Karl-Anthony Towns knows the math, and he knows the problem. The Knicks big man leads the league in charges by a wide margin, and it has already cost him stretches of games.
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