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Knicks’ 26-Year-Old Fan Favorite in Trouble After John Konchar Rejects Multiple Team for NY Move

With a few weeks away from training camp, the New York Knicks’ roster is still taking shape. The current NBA champion lost Mitchell Robinson and could lose another of its longest-tenured Knicks.

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Knicks add intriguing vet ahead of 2026-27 NBA title defense

The New York Knicks are the reigning NBA champions, and this season is about trying to defend their title and repeat. Head coach Mike Brown’s decision

John Konchar News / New York Knicks on SI / September 15

Knicks' Recent John Konchar Fling Is Now on Life Support

Less than two weeks ago, the New York Knicks were linked to free agent John Konchar in what was a bit of a surprise, given the team isn't short on wing options.

New York Knicks News / Serve on SI / September 15

Brad Pitt, Jalen Brunson, and Other Celebrities Spotted at the 2026 US Open Men’s Final

Dozens of celebrities attended Sunday’s men’s singles final, where American Ben Shelton took on No. 1 seed Alexander Zverev. Shelton’s bid to become the first American man to win the US Open since 2003 drew one of the most star-studded crowds of the entire tournament, pulling in household names from Hollywood, music, fashion, and pro sports.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

The '2025-26 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / September 15

3 Reasons Why Knicks’ Preseason Is a Big Deal Even After Title

The Knicks began the 2025-26 season losing three of their first five games and only winning nine of their first 15 games. New York then ended up finishing three games behind the Celtics in what could’ve been a second-best East record for them instead of third-best.

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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 / The Lead / September 15

Ranking the 10 Best Free-Agent Signings in New York Knicks’ History

Free agency has not always been kind to the New York Knicks. For every big-name signing that failed to live up to the hype, some players arrived without enormous expectations and became important pieces in Knicks history.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 15

Mariska Hargitay hilariously shades Knicks’ Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby’s tip in at Emmys

Not everyone has a teammate like OG Anunoby, whose Game 4 tip-in won the New York Knicks the contest, as 2026 Emmys host Mariska Hargitay let Jalen Brunson know.

Miles McBride News / New York Knicks on SI / September 15

Knicks Waiting on Miles McBride Trade Could Pay Off in Big Way

The Knicks are one center away from not only filling out the meaningful portion of their rotation but giving fans the confidence that they can not only win another championship, but be a favorite to do so.

New York Knicks News / HITC / September 15

Knicks superfan Mariska Hargitay mocks Jalen Brunson as NBA Finals MVP makes Emmys cameo

New York Knicks superfan Mariska Hargitay got Jalen Brunson to make a cameo appearance during her opening monologue at the 2026 Emmy Awards. Brunson has been one of the most notable names in New York and the entertainment industry since leading the city to an NBA Championship in June.

New York Knicks News / TV Insider / September 14

Mariska Hargitay Spoofs Nicole Kidman, Reunites With Jalen Brunson & More in Emmys Monologue

Mariska Hargitay‘s historic Emmys hosting gig got off to a fun start. The Law & Order: Special Victims Unit actress took center stage at the annual television awards ceremony on Monday, September 14.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 14

5 Centers The Knicks Can Target To Bolster Their Frontcourt

The New York Knicks have a pretty obvious hole behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Andre Drummond. With Mitchell Robinson leaving for Boston, New York needs another legitimate center before the season begins, because the regular season and another playoff run could be brutal for the reigning NBA champions.

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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 / September 14

Alex Len Signs Two-Year Contract With Baskonia

Longtime NBA center Alex Len has signed a two-year contract with Baskonia, the Spanish team announced in a press release (hat tip to Eurohoops.net). After two college seasons at Maryland, Len was selected fifth overall by the Suns in the 2013 draft.

Nick Richards News / New York Knicks on SI / September 13

Knicks Had Several Reasons to Avoid Signing Nick Richards

During the New York Knicks' multi-month-long search for a third center, Nick Richards remained a constant option. The former free-agent big man has shown some solid flashes in years prior and looked like one of the better players left on the board.

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / September 13

Ranking Every Current Knicks Contract From Best to Worst

The Knicks currently have 13 players on guaranteed contracts entering the 2026-27 season, meaning they have two open standard roster spots (and three two-way spots).

Jalen Brunson News / HITC / September 13

Latest photo of Jalen Brunson in preseason workout shows rehab progress after wrist injury

Jalen Brunson has offered an encouraging sign ahead of the new season as he continues his recovery from a wrist injury. New York Basketball shared a new photo of the Knicks star working out on Saturday, with Brunson seen putting up a shot during his latest session.

New York Knicks News / HITC / September 13

What Harry Styles did when he spotted Knicks star Jalen Brunson at his MSG concert

Harry Styles had a wholesome reception for New York Knicks standout Jalen Brunson, who attended Styles’ Madison Square Garden concert during the Saturday, September 12 show.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 13

Knicks Poach From Conference Rival With Latest Roster Move After Losing Two Championship Players

A winding journey through Europe, three college programs and the G League has given Igor Miličić Jr. another chance to prove he belongs in the NBA. Now, the Knicks are giving him that opportunity.

New York Knicks News / HITC / September 13

Knicks season opener ticket prices increase by over 500% after championship-winning NBA season

The New York Knicks season-opener for the 2026-27 NBA season is proving to be one of the most valuable regular-season games in recent memory. The Knicks brought the city its first NBA title in 53 years and re-established basketball as a city-wide passion.

New York Knicks News / Anubis Sports / September 12

Can The New York Knicks Repeat As NBA Champions

The New York Knicks are coming off their first championship win in 53 years, beating the San Antonio Spurs and superstar Victor Wembanyama. In an era of NBA parity, the last team to repeat as NBA champions was the 2017-2018 Golden State Warriors.

New York Knicks News / Stadium Rant / September 12

What Will It Take For The New York Knicks To Repeat As NBA Champions?

The NBA offseason has come and gone as NBA Media Day and training camp approach. Nearly three months have passed since the New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA championship.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 11

Watch: Boy sweetly thanks grandfather for Knicks title during 9/11 remembrance

One of the most chilling aspects of the yearly Sept. 11, 2001 remembrance ceremony held in Lower Manhattan each year involves family members and friends reading the names of 9/11 victims. During Friday's event, one boy produced an unexpected moment of levity when he mentioned someone he never got the chance to meet.

Jalen Brunson back on big New York stage before Knicks' title defense

Miles McBride future may depend on a line the Knicks refuse to cross

Miles McBride News / Fadeaway World / September 11

3 Best Miles McBride Trade Destinations Amid Knicks Contract Uncertainty

The New York Knicks‘ championship run this year was led by the heroic performances of players like Jalen Brunson. However, when accounting for the contributions of players such as Landry Shamet, Miles McBride, and Jose Alvarado, it was clearly a team effort.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / September 11

Miles McBride future may depend on a line the Knicks refuse to cross

As the reigning NBA champions, the New York Knicks will enter the upcoming campaign as the biggest favorites to win the title. Their bench is also a major advantage, thanks to Miles McBride, who is due for a contract extension.

Jalen Brunson back on big New York stage before Knicks' title defense

Josh Hart says Knicks plenty motivated: ‘I don’t think anyone is picking us to win again’

Knicks star Jalen Brunson to host 'SNL' season premiere

The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

Josh Hart News / Hoops Wire / September 10

Josh Hart says Knicks plenty motivated: ‘I don’t think anyone is picking us to win again’

The Knicks won the championship. Josh Hart would still prefer everyone to believe nobody respects them. “I don’t think we have a big target because I don’t think anyone is picking us to win again,” Hart said during ESPN’s U.S.