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Knicks Stars Bid Farewell After John Wall Retirement

The New York Knicks' Wildcats once again came together, but this group prowls far beyond the Main Line. Knicks stars new and old, namely Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle respectively, were among the many basketball names that bid farewell to former All-Star John Wall after the two-way backcourt talent officially announced his retirement.

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Knicks lowballed in latest offseason ranking by The Athletic

The New York Knicks have had an eventful offseason, but not as eventful as last year. Rather than making a pair of blockbuster trades like they did last summer, they signed two free agents and hired a new head coach.

Ben Simmons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 20

Knicks insider casts doubt on Ben Simmons joining New York

The New York Knicks have spent the offseason retooling a roster already built to contend in the Eastern Conference, but talk of adding former All-Star Ben Simmons is not gaining traction.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 20

Knicks Minutes Balance Expected to Persist as Key Storyline

The New York Knicks had plenty of issues to solve entering this summer's offseason, but none were as pressing as the general question of how they should build on their newfound momentum.

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The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

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New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 20

Knicks’ superstar point guard receives high ranking in The Athletic’s top 40 lead guards list

New York Knicks superstar point guard Jalen Brunson is finally putting the world on notice with his stellar play. The guard has continued to elevate his game each season since joining the Knicks in 2022, and he is gaining the respect he deserves.

Jordan Clarkson News / Empire Sports Media / August 20

Knicks’ new bench guard is ready to embrace his new home

The New York Knicks made a key bench addition at a very cheap price this summer. At the start of free agency, they signed guard Jordan Clarkson for the veteran’s minimum, a deal that has a chance to be a great value contract.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 20

Knicks Have Gauntlet to Open Season

The New York Knicks are keeping an eye on the first part of their schedule while they get ready to prepare for the season ahead. The schedule-makers didn't make it easy on the Knicks to start the year, giving them home matchups against the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics before taking a trip to South Beach to visit the Miami Heat.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 20

Knicks Could End Former MVP's Free Agency Wait

The NBA offseason news cycle has come to a complete halt. Several intriguing free agents remain out there for those interested in veteran depth, but those with the room to bring those players aboard remain patient while the summer's primary storylines continue working themselves out.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 20

'You Reach, I Teach': Kobe Bryant's Daughter Features With Jalen Brunson In Latest Nike Commercial

Natalia Bryant, the eldest daughter of Kobe Bryant, has featured in the latest commercial for Nike alongside Knicks' superstar Jalen Brunson and NCAA starlet Aaliyah Chavez.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Knicks Linked to Champion Center to Bolster Frontcourt Depth in Free Agency

The New York Knicks are coming off an impressive season last year that saw them reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000 and they are looking to go even farther in the playoffs next season.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 19

Insider Explains Why Knicks Star Might Not Sign Extension

The New York Knicks aren't ready to dish out some expensive KAT-nip quite yet. Several of New York's franchise faces have sizable paydays over the last few seasons, with Mikal Bridges being the latest to enter the well-paid brotherhood this summer.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 19

Four Knicks Games to Circle Ahead of Season

The New York Knicks have 82 games on their schedule for the season, but some stand out more than others. The Athletic's Zach Harper listed four Knicks games that he's excited for ahead of the upcoming season.

Jalen Brunson News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Watch: Knicks' Jalen Brunson Shines in Kobe, Nike Advertisement

It has been an interesting offseason thus far for the New York Knicks as they have made multiple additions to their roster to chase a championship next season.

New York Knicks News / The SportsRush / August 19

Karl-Anthony Towns Explains the Importance of Being Connected in Knicks’ Pursuit of a Championship

Last month, the New York Knicks appointed two-time NBA Coach of the Year Mike Brown as the man to lead them into the future. Brown replaced Tom Thibodeau as the head coach, who was let go at the end of last season even though he’d led the Knicks to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in a quarter of a century.

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New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Insider Predicts Huge Knicks Starting Lineup Change Next Season After Coaching Change

The New York Knicks are set to enter the 2025-26 NBA season as one of the favorites to land the top seed in the Eastern Conference and make a run to the NBA Finals.

Quentin Grimes News / New York Knicks on SI / August 19

Former Knicks Guard Due For Big Payday

It's been 18 months since the New York Knicks traded Quentin Grimes to the Detroit Pistons. Since then, Grimes has bounced around the league from the Pistons to the Dallas Mavericks and Philadelphia 76ers, where he now is a restricted free agent that's unsigned for the upcoming season.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 19

Knicks continue to be linked to former MVP in free agency

The New York Knicks still have enough cap space to sign one more player to a contract worth the veteran’s minimum. Rather than making a roster-altering move this summer, they have opted to boost their depth by signing Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele in free agency.

Rick Carlisle News / New York Knicks on SI / August 19

Knicks Enemy Extends Head Coach

Brief New York Knick Rick Carlisle might have a chance to go for a different kind of Indianapolis 500. Per longtime NBA insider Marc Stein, the Indiana Pacers have re-upped with Carlisle on a multi-year extension, keeping him at the helm of the defending Eastern Conference champions.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 19

Knicks shockingly predicted to underperform in the 2025-26 season

The New York Knicks will enter the 2025-26 season with the biggest expectations they have had in the 21st century. Following their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years last season, the widespread belief is that they are good enough to compete for a championship next season.

Jalen Brunson News / The SportsRush / August 19

'Jalen Brunson Takes a Backseat to No One': Mike Breen Heaps Praise on Knicks Star for Actions on and Off the Court

In the past 50+ years, the New York Knicks have endured more than their fair share of troubles. Clyde Frazier, Earl Monroe and Willis Reed helped deliver the Knicks their second NBA championship way back in 1973 and even though there have been a few bright spots here and there since then, it’s mostly been difficult to be a Knicks fan.

Jordan Clarkson News / Hardwood Heroics / August 18