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Landry Shamet's Knicks Return Somehow Keeps Getting Better

After the dust of the Knicks championship parade and celebratory media appearances had settled, there was some sadness that kicked in. The reality that New York likely couldn't keep everyone hit hard.

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Jalen Brunson ranks New York Knicks celebrity fans including Taylor Swift and Timothee Chalamet

The New York Knicks have some of the biggest celebrity fans in the NBA. Throughout the 2026 NBA playoffs, a plethora of celebrities showed up on the sidelines to support the New York Knicks.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Knicks’ Josh Hart hits Ariel Hukporti with cheesesteak threat after signing with 76ers

Ariel Hukporti cashed in on his championship run with the New York Knicks, signing a one-year contract worth $3.4 million with the Philadelphia 76ers. Hukporti helped the Knicks end their 53-year title drought, providing an extra body in the frontcourt, spelling Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson.

New York Knicks News / HITC / July 2

New York TV host slams Knicks losing star, ‘I hate this’

The New York Knicks have lost a key star after winning the 2026 NBA Championship. There’s no doubt that the likes of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns played the most important roles during the New York Knicks’ 2026 NBA Championship run.

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The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?

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New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

How Knicks must fill void at center after losing Mitchell Robinson, Ariel Hukporti

Bad luck was bound to catch up with the New York Knicks eventually. To be fair, it had been a long time since New York was in a bad predicament—likely late April when they found themselves down 1-2 to the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the playoffs.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

New York Knicks News / HITC / July 2

The New York Knicks stars who have been invited to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding at MSG

The New York Knicks stars have had a sensational summer after ending their 53-year NBA Championship drought. Since Jalen Brunson and co. have won the 2026 NBA Championship over the San Antonio Spurs, the New York Knicks players have been all over social media.

Jose Alvarado News / Knicks X-Factor / July 2

3 things Knicks fans should love about Jose Alvarado’s extension

The first rule of fight club is you don’t talk about fight club. And the first rule of NBA free agency is you pay as many of your guys as you can, especially after winning it all.

Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Knicks’ Josh Hart says what fans are thinking about wild free agency

The July 1 free agency date has become a holiday on the NBA calendar, and this year was no different. The start of NBA free agency was a wild one on Wednesday, headlined by the Boston Celtics shockingly trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and a whole heap of draft capital.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 1

Knicks' Major Draft Blunder Looks Even Worse to Begin Free Agency

In just a few hours, the Knicks' center situation has turned bleak. It began with the news that Ariel Hukporti would be leaving for the 76ers. Then it was Mitchell Robinson breaking hearts by agreeing to join the Celtics.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1

Mitchell Robinson cashes in after playoff success by signing with new team

The New York Knicks built their championship roster to counter the Boston Celtics. Now that they've won a title, the Knicks' Atlantic Division rivals are poaching one of their most valuable reserves.

Pistons make free-agent splash amid Jalen Duren uncertainty

Magic reunite with their former longtime center after years apart

Lakers nearly complete roster with addition of three more players

Did LeBron James make calculated move to help Bronny James?

LeBron prepared to make a notable financial decision

Jalen Brunson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Knicks star Jalen Brunson reveals moment when he knew Madison Square Garden was ‘different’

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson has played on some of basketball’s biggest stages, but one playoff series at Madison Square Garden convinced him there is nothing quite like postseason basketball in New York.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 1

Knicks Now Facing 2 Flawed Paths to Solve Massive Center Problem

The New York Knicks are running out of options to address their center situation in free agency. At the time of this writing, the Knicks have just one center on their roster: Karl-Anthony Towns.

Jose Alvarado News / Knicks X-Factor / July 1

New York Knicks 2025-26 season review: Jose Alvarado

The shot has been tipped in, the countdown has finished, and the confetti has flown — the New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time in 53 years.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / July 1

3 Free Agent Centers Knicks Could Target After Losing Mitchell Robinson, Ariel Hukporti

The New York Knicks are coming off a championship-winning season, and while they have largely kept their core intact to begin the offseason, they have lost two key bench pieces.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / July 1

Knicks drawn into suspicious East Group B for 2026 NBA Cup

In an odd development, as it coincided with the start of free agency, the NBA officially unveiled the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup groups, schedule, and a new championship venue on Tuesday.

NBA News / Posting and Toasting / July 1

Toronto welcomes back former Finals MVP, look to challenge the Knicks atop the conference

The Knicks and Raptors haven’t been good at the same time very often. In the late ’90s, when the Knicks made regular appearances deep into the playoffs, the Raptors were a young expansion team getting their feet wet, focused on building a foundation and a fan base.

Ariel Hukporti News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Sixers To Sign Ariel Hukporti

After spending his first two NBA seasons with the Knicks, center Ariel Hukporti has agreed to sign a one-year, $3.4MM contract with the Sixers, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Jack Kayil News / New York Knicks on SI / July 1

Knicks Stashing Jack Kayil Is a Smart Decision

The New York Knicks walked away with two draft picks from the 2026 NBA draft, in Jack Kayil and Tyler Nickel, both second-rounders who they hope can make an impact on low-cost contracts.

Jalen Brunson News / HITC / July 1

2K Games hint Jalen Brunson as the cover star of NBA 2K27 with New York-themed teaser

2K Games have teased the next instalment of their NBA 2K franchise, with Jalen Brunson being linked as the next cover star. It has been a career year for Jalen Brunson.

Mike Brown News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / July 1

Knicks’ Mike Brown living his best life during free agency frenzy

Just a couple of weeks after the NBA Finals, New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown was spotted enjoying the offseason amid free agency. Fans spotted Brown enjoying Jack Johnson’s concert at Jones Beach in Wantagh, New York, on Sunday, June 28, 2026.

Landry Shamet News / Knicks X-Factor / June 30

Sham wow! Landry Shamet back with Knicks on 4-year deal (Report)

The New York Knicks’ No. 44 is back for four more. Per Shams Charania of ESPN, Landry Shamet is set to sign a four-year deal worth $24 million. Further intel from Ian Begley of SNY states that Shamet turned down larger offers to stick around in Manhattan, which has hosted each of his last two seasons.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / June 29

Knicks get discount to keep key championship role player in New York

Landry Shamet is taking less to keep the championship New York Knicks core intact.

Jose Alvarado's new deal will help Knicks remain contenders

Report: Knicks could make surprising roster decision

Kevin Durant had shady comment about the Knicks

Tyrese Haliburton gives a three-word response to Knicks winning NBA title

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Report: Knicks could make 1 surprising roster decision

The New York Knicks are going to have to do some trimming this summer, but one player may surprisingly end up surviving. It remains a possibility that New York will bring back guard Jordan Clarkson in free agency this offseason, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reported Sunday.