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Deuce McBride’s leap is a testament to the Knicks’ identity shift

Teams having identities in sports is what helps to establish parity. And parity is what defines championships, eras, and how teams are remembered. But following their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years, the New York Knicks wagered their identity when they fired head coach Tom Thibodeau.

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The Jordan Clarkson experience

Microwave. Bucket-getter. Flamethrower. These are all words that have been used to describe Jordan Clarkson. Inconsistent. Ball-stopper. Erratic. Turnstile.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / December 8

DeMarcus Cousins Tells Knicks Star to Slap Desmond Bane

In a recent viral moment during the New York Knicks' weekend clash with the Orlando Magic, Magic guard Desmond Bane was caught on camera lobbing a ball at Knicks forward OG Anunoby as he laid on the ground after refs blew the whistle.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / December 8

Five Questions Ahead of Knicks vs. Raptors NBA Cup Matchup

The New York Knicks are one step away from Las Vegas as they take on the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Cup Quarterfinals. With an elimination game looming, we spoke with Toronto Raptors On SI contributor Logan Struck to learn more about the Knicks' opponent's current state of affairs.

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The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz

How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

The '2024-25 NBA assist leaders' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

NBA News / The Predictors / December 8

Knicks edge Magic 106-100, advance to NBA Cup quarterfinal

Jalen Brunson scored 30 points and dished out nine assists, while Josh Hart added a double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds, leading the New York Knicks to a 106-100 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Yardbarker / December 8

How Knicks fans convinced Antetokounmpo to want to play in NYC

How Knicks fans convinced Giannis Antetokounmpo to want to play in New York

While Antetokounmpo hasn't publicly requested a trade yet, he and his camp will reportedly discuss that possibility.

Bucks should be in no hurry to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo

Antetokounmpo trade to Cavs would be a match made in heaven

Pistons' Isaiah Stewart takes a shot at Bucks during interview

Steve Kerr explains Jonathan Kuminga decision after win over Bulls

Video shows Russell Westbrook confronting a fan over ‘Westbrick’ name

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / December 8

Knicks Bulletin: ‘It was one of the funniest things I’ve seen on the basketball court’

The Knicks played basketball on Sunday and beat Orlando inside Madison Square Garden, moving up to 16-7 and a pretty pristine 13-1 record playing home.

Mitchell Robinson News / New York Knicks on SI / December 8

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson Assumes Babysitter Duty in Viral Moment

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has many responsibilities when he takes the court, and they mainly include playing basketball. His role has changed constantly this season, starting some games alongside Karl-Anthony Towns in the frontcourt and other times coming off the bench.

Mike Brown News / NBA Analysis Network / December 8

Mike Brown hails Knicks player with ‘superpowers’ despite controversial play vs Magic

New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown feels the team has a new defensive anchor. The New York Knicks continued their dominance at home following a hard-fought 106-100 win over the Orlando Magic.

Ariel Hukporti News / New York Knicks on SI / December 8

Knicks' Ariel Hukporti Picks Perfect Time For Career Game

The New York Knicks had revenge on their minds heading into their matinee against the Orlando Magic. The Eastern Conference contenders had already faced off twice this season, with the Magic coming away victorious in both contests.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7

Josh Hart dumped his son off to Knicks teammate in hilarious scene

New York Knicks guard Josh Hart is not going to win any Parent of the Year awards after Sunday’s game against the Orlando Magic. Hart checked out of the game as his Knicks led the Magic 104-92 with 1:35 left at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y.

New York Knicks News / Hardwood Heroics / December 7

'It’s Up' – Knicks’ Mikal Bridges Trolls Josh Hart’s Son on Instagram

The New York Knicks defeated the Orlando Magic 106-100 on Sunday. Late in the game, forward Josh Hart had his twin sons on the bench. The NBA player had a special moment with Hendrix Aaron and Haze Dana.

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The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'SEC football champions since 1992' quiz

The 'Receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

Miles McBride News / Hoops Rumors / December 7

Knicks’ Miles McBride being evaluated for left ankle injury

New York Knicks guard Miles McBride was injured in the third quarter of Sunday’s win over Orlando, per James L. Edwards III of The Athletic (Twitter links).

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 7

New York Knicks Notch Huge Victory Over Orlando Magic

Sunday afternoons at Madison Square Garden have a specific kind of energy, don’t they? It’s usually where the stars come out to shine, but this particular matchup between the Knicks and the Orlando Magic felt more like a street fight than a Broadway show.