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Grading Every Knicks Player After Preseason Loss vs. Timberwolves

Grading Every Knicks Player After Preseason Loss vs. Timberwolves

Coming into Monday, the Knicks had lost both of their preseason games, but the substance hasn't been all bad. The starters, especially Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, have looked solid.

NBA News / Posting and Toasting / October 12

Timberwolves 122, Knicks 104: Scenes from another unimpressive dress rehearsal

Before tonight’s scrimmage, there was talk of coach Chris Finch resting his starters. Fat chance. Only Jonathan Kuminga sat tonight for the Minnesota Timberwolves (3-1), since everyone wants to play at Madison Square Garden, the grandest basketball stage in the world.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
Knicks’ Mike Brown drops an intriguing hint on Karl-Anthony Towns’ 2026-27 role

Knicks’ Mike Brown drops an intriguing hint on Karl-Anthony Towns’ 2026-27 role

New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown is uncertain about Karl-Anthony Towns’ activity at power forward going into the 2026-27 NBA season. Brown is gearing up for the second season of his head coaching stint with the Knicks.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / October 12
Knicks halt contract talks: The danger of waiting in the NBA

Knicks halt contract talks: The danger of waiting in the NBA

The New York Knicks recently announced via a team spokesperson that they have paused all contract negotiations as the organization shifts its focus to the upcoming NBA season.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / October 12
Predicting Knicks' Roster Cuts After First Two Games of the Preseason

Predicting Knicks' Roster Cuts After First Two Games of the Preseason

Half the preseason remains to be played, but it’s fair to reason the New York Knicks have more than a half-baked sense of who they expect to win the last roster spot – two spots, if they trade someone, which is a possibility that grows more likely given the owner’s refusal to enter the second apron.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / October 12

Knicks Bulletin: ‘Very disappointed, to say the least’

The Knicks are back in action today, hosting the Wolves at MSG this evening. By chance, have you heard anything about contract issues and pending extensions?

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
Knicks rivals are vultures surrounding ‘likely trade candidate’

Knicks rivals are vultures surrounding ‘likely trade candidate’

As the New York Knicks start the season, uncertainty surrounds the future of their championship roster, with several players eyeing extensions and James Dolan shutting down conversations.

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WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals
 WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals
Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends
 Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends
A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award
 A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award
Angel Reese's big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals
 Angel Reese's latest big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12
Knicks’ Jalen and Ali Brunson attend another Harry Styles MSG show

Knicks’ Jalen and Ali Brunson attend another Harry Styles MSG show

For the second time in a month, New York Knicks captain Jalen Brunson was spotted at one of Harry Styles’ Madison Square Garden (MSG) shows. Brunson and his wife, Ali, attended Styles’ concert on Friday, Oct.

James Wiseman News / New York Knicks on SI / October 12
Knicks Have a Secret Weapon Who Could Help Unlock James Wiseman

Knicks Have a Secret Weapon Who Could Help Unlock James Wiseman

The Knicks have an interesting training camp brewing as the preseason marches on. It's a mixed bag of a former champion (Bruce Brown), a former lottery pick (Ochai Agbaji), a former thorn in New York's side (Tony Bradley), a nomadic veteran (Drew Eubanks) and a former No.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / EssentiallySports / October 12
'Very Disappointed': Karl-Anthony Towns Reacts to Knicks Front Office’s Decision Over Contract Extension

'Very Disappointed': Karl-Anthony Towns Reacts to Knicks Front Office’s Decision Over Contract Extension

Karl-Anthony Towns did not hide his frustration after the New York Knicks announced they were putting contract extension talks on hold. Speaking Sunday, two days after the team’s statement on Oct.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

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 / HITC / October 12
Knicks champion is a ‘likely trade candidate’ after team refuses to negotiate a contract extension

Knicks champion is a ‘likely trade candidate’ after team refuses to negotiate a contract extension

The New York Knicks’ decision not to engage in contract extension talks for multiple core stars might have left one key contributor on the trade bubble.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / October 11
Knicks' Center Battle Is About to Hit a Potential Turning Point

Knicks' Center Battle Is About to Hit a Potential Turning Point

This preseason has already generated plenty of center talk around the New York Knicks, whose addition of Andre Drummond looks more than promising. However, tryout big man James Wiseman has flashed what makes him a candidate to join the opening night roster as well.

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Karl-Anthony Towns News / Field Level Media / October 11
Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns disappointed that extension is on hold

Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns disappointed that extension is on hold

New York Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns is not happy that the reigning NBA champions have paused contract extension talks shortly before the start of the 2026-27 season.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Hoops Wire / October 11
Karl-Anthony Towns ‘very disappointed’ by Knicks pausing extension talks

Karl-Anthony Towns ‘very disappointed’ by Knicks pausing extension talks

Karl-Anthony Towns didn’t exactly shrug off the Knicks’ decision to table extension talks. “It was news to me,” Towns said Sunday, via James L. Edwards III of The Athletic.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Larry Brown Sports / October 12
Karl-Anthony Towns says he is ‘very disappointed’ with the Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns says he is ‘very disappointed’ with the Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns’ relationship with the New York Knicks continues to deteriorate.

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Jalen Brunson News / EssentiallySports / October 11
Jalen Brunson Sends Stern Directive to Knicks Locker Room Over Paused Contract Negotiations

Jalen Brunson Sends Stern Directive to Knicks Locker Room Over Paused Contract Negotiations

The New York Knicks have decided to put contract extension talks on hold until later in the season, with the front office announcing the move Friday to avoid off-court distractions.

Josh Hart News / Hoops Rumors / October 10
Josh Hart Reacts To Knicks’ Decision To Table Extension Talks

Josh Hart Reacts To Knicks’ Decision To Table Extension Talks

The Knicks put out a statement on Friday that they’re tabling contract talks with players who are eligible for extensions until later in the 2026/27 season.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / October 9
Knicks freezing contract extension talks is a ticking time bomb

Knicks freezing contract extension talks is a ticking time bomb

The New York Knicks were engaged on multiple fronts all summer long with regard to contract extensions with their key contributors, but it appears that they are choosing to sit on the fence for now.

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New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / October 9
Knicks pause all contract extension talks until later in season

Knicks pause all contract extension talks until later in season

The Knicks are putting all contract extension talks on hold. New York announced Thursday that it will pause negotiations with extension-eligible players until later in the season, as frelayed by Steve Popper of Newsday.

New York Knicks News / TWSN / October 9
The New York Knicks Are Turning Their Title Defense Into a Contract Circus

The New York Knicks Are Turning Their Title Defense Into a Contract Circus

The New York Knicks can’t seem to get out of their own way as they have made a major announcement about upcoming contracts. The Knicks have announced that they are tabling all contract talks and will “focus on the season”.

Mikal Bridges News / Larry Brown Sports / October 8
Mikal Bridges makes curious comments about Knicks fans

Mikal Bridges makes curious comments about Knicks fans

Winning may not necessarily have cured all for Mikal Bridges. The New York Knicks forward Bridges gave an interview this week to Jared Schwartz of The New York Post.

Ariel Hukporti News / Yardbarker / October 5
Ariel Hukporti suffers brutal injury in preseason game vs. Knicks

76ers' Ariel Hukporti suffers brutal injury in preseason game vs. Knicks

Just nearly five minutes into his debut with his new team, former New York Knicks center Ariel Hukporti had to be carried off the floor with a non-contact injury.

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