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The New York Knicks did more than snap a 53-year NBA Championship drought; they set off a summer of New York-inspired sneaker drops. Nike has capitalized on the Knicks' resurgence.

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Chris Boucher Could Be a Strong Fit With Knicks for a Few Reasons

The Knicks might need to get creative ahead of training camp to find a third-string center solution. Given their attempts to acquire a more premium name have failed, New York could now go the route of trying out different veterans who remain available and seeing which one emerges in a camp competition.

New York Knicks News / HITC / August 28

Collector finds 1-of-1 Roman Reigns and Jalen Brunson dual autograph card

One lucky collector has found the 1-of-1 Roman Reigns and Jalen Brunson trading card, which includes a special message from the New York Knicks star. The Knicks won their first championship in 53 years earlier in 2026, and Brunson was then invited to WWE to celebrate their success alongside Reigns.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Posting and Toasting / August 28

What should the Knicks do with a Karl-Anthony Towns extension?

As we go deeper into the dog days of the offseason, the Knicks are a team with relatively few questions. After all, they just won the title (still feels great to say that) and returned almost all of their production from that title run, but there are still things to discuss as we patiently wait for more basketball on our screens.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

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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New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 27

Kevin Durant Opens Up On Knicks Title Run And Jalen Brunson’s $100 Million Pay Cut

For the first time in 53 years, the New York Knicks became NBA champions this summer, and it’s not a moment anyone will soon forget. Even with so much depth and chemistry, few predicted the Knicks would beat out the competition, but they took care of business in epic fashion, prompting a wave of reactions across the NBA world.

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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 27

8 Best Free Agents Left for Knicks With Nick Richards Off the Board

Thursday afternoon, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that big man Nick Richards has agreed to a one-year deal with the Miami Heat. The New York Knicks have long been tied to the CAA client, who leaves a mostly barren big man free agent landscape for the Knicks to dig around as they seek to add one more serviceable center into the fold.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Knicks rumors: What are plans to round out roster after NBA’s latest flurry of signings

The 2026-27 New York Knicks roster remains incomplete as a few spots remain open. One NBA insider explained what has been going on with the franchise this summer New York experienced an unforgettable title run throughout the 2025-26 season.

Kelly Olynyk News / New York Knicks on SI / August 27

Latest Kelly Olynyk Development Could Help Set Up a Knicks Tryout

The current list of free-agent centers isn't very appealing for the New York Knicks, especially considering the other names they've attempted to add but fell short.

Micah Potter News / New York Knicks on SI / August 27

Micah Potter Is Inching Closer to Being a Real Knicks Possibility

With the Knicks staying on the patient route at center, their big man hopes could now hinge on who becomes available during preseason roster cuts. Micah Potter, whom the Trail Blazers recently picked up, has stood out as one frontcourt player to keep an eye on, with Portland seeming uncommitted to keeping him on the opening night roster so far.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 26

3 Knicks With the Most at Stake This Preseason

Though the Knicks have not officially announced their 2026-27 preseason schedule, they'll be back in action in just over a month now, as the Philadelphia 76ers recently revealed they'll face New York in an exhibition on Oct.

Josh Hart News / Fadeaway World / August 26

Josh Hart Speaks On Knicks Future Amid Eligibility For A $132 Million Contract Extension

Josh Hart, the NBA champion with the New York Knicks, is entering the final guaranteed season of his four-year, $80 million contract (Hart has a $22 million team option in his contract for 2027-28).

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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.

Peyton Watson News / New York Knicks on SI / August 25

Why Knicks Shouldn't Be Worried About Cavs' Peyton Watson Trade

Despite landing Peyton Watson last week, the Cavaliers have become somewhat of an afterthought when weighing the Knicks' threats for 2026-27. That's not

Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

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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NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / August 25

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 / Larry Brown Sports / August 20

Details emerge on Josh Hart's expected new contract with the Knicks

Josh Hart’s post-championship payday may end up being a fairly modest one. The New York Knicks veteran swingman Hart is expected to receive a contract for three years and in the range of $60-$62 million, James L.

OG Anunoby 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 / 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.