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New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / August 7
Jack Kayil headed overseas; Tyler Nickel expected to go pro 
The Knicks’ two second-round picks remain without NBA contracts, but each appears to have a clear path forward. The first, Jack Kayil, announced Friday that he’ll spend the 2026-27 season with Alba Berlin rather than join New York immediately.
Tyler Nickel News / New York Knicks on SI / August 7
Knicks' Tyler Nickel Drama Could Suddenly Lead to a Trade
The Knicks' Tyler Nickel situation is finally seeing some movement. First, The Athletic's James Edwards reported Friday morning that New York did, in fact, extend Nickel a rookie tender, which was necessary to secure his draft rights if he goes back to college.
Jack Kayil News / Hoops Rumors / August 7
Knicks Second-Rounder Jack Kayil Signs With ALBA Berlin
Knicks second-round pick Jack Kayil will become a draft-and-stash prospect, according to Rupert Fabig of the Hamburger Abendbatt, who reports that the German point guard has signed a five-year contract with ALBA Berlin (hat tip to Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops).
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Gersson Rosas News / New York Knicks on SI / August 7
What Gersson Rosas' Departure Means for the Knicks and Their Front Office
The Knicks entered the offseason prioritizing maintaining as much of their championship roster as possible. Thus far, they've done a pretty good job. They retain their entire starting lineup and have brought back most key reserves.
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.
Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6
Knicks’ KAT reacts to Josh Hart’s massive praise for heroic Finals play
It’s been two months, and New York Knicks fans still haven’t come down from their championship high. That’s what winning your first ring in 53 years does to you.
New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6
Report: Knicks are drawing a line with Karl-Anthony Towns
Karl-Anthony Towns banked himself some goodwill by helping lead the New York Knicks to the NBA championship this season … but only to a certain degree.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6
Mitchell Robinson still has Josh Hart’s back even after Knicks exit
Josh Hart had trouble stomaching the sight of Mitchell Robinson in green, but he still has deep gratitude for his former New York Knicks teammate. When a social media user posted a compilation of all the times the veteran wing has been left hanging during his NBA career, the new Boston Celtics center offered his heartfelt support.
Tyler Kolek News / New York Knicks on SI / August 6
Just-Released Guard Could Help Knicks Stomach a Tyler Kolek Trade
While the Knicks continue their search for center help, they'll also need to consider what other positions they could shore up ahead of opening night. Though New York has a strong stable of guards currently on hand, that could change quickly, especially if the team decides to trade someone like Tyler Kolek in exchange for a big man.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6
FIRST LOOK: Knicks champion’s epic rookie card drops in Topps Chrome Update
2026 NBA Champion Mohamed Diawara will have part of his rookie season with the New York Knicks forever commemorated — as part of a trading card. Diawara wore an NBA debut patch on October 28, 2025, against the Milwaukee Bucks for a 1-of-1 card.
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.
Tyler Nickel News / New York Knicks on SI / August 6
Knicks' Tyler Nickel Situation Gets Even Stranger After Silence
All eyes were on Tyler Nickel and the Knicks on Wednesday, as it marked the deadline for NBA teams to tender their rookies a contract offer in order to retain their draft rights.
New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / August 6
Jalen Brunson may cost the Knicks Karl-Anthony Towns
Towns was eligible for a max deal last offseason, but the team couldn't get a deal done, and that might not change this time around.
New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / August 6
The New York Knicks last five first round NBA Draft picks – Where are they now
The New York Knicks lifted the NBA Championship in 2026 for the first time since 1973. The Knicks‘ title triumph came from a roster constructed through free agency and trades, rather than the NBA Draft.
New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 6
Knicks’ Patience at Center Already Looks Like It Could Pay Off
A lot of names have come across the Knicks' table this offseason as they search for center help. One who likely drew some consideration was Micah Potter after the Pacers released him on July 8.
New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / August 6
Knicks Small Forward Mt. Rushmore: Buckets, Hardware, and Chaos
Over the past few weeks, both the point guard and shooting guard Mt. Rushmore have sparked a lot of great conversation and insight. Shifting our attention to the small forwards, I expect this rendition of the mountain to do the same.
New York Knicks News / HITC / August 6
OG Anunoby teams up with London’s Mayor to refurbish basketball courts where he was born
New York Knicks forward and championship hero OG Anunoby returned to his birthplace in London, for a noble cause. Anunoby, with assistance from the NBPA, has teamed up with London Mayor Sadiq Khan to help improve public basketball infrastructure in his birthplace.
Donald Trump News / Netflix Junkie / August 6
Cooper Hoffman Recalls How Father Philip Seymour Hoffman Sparked His Love for the Knicks
Cooper Hoffman has inherited more than a famous surname from his father, the late Philip Seymour Hoffman. He has also followed him into acting, building an impressive career in films such as Licorice Pizza and The Long Walk.
Nick Richards News / New York Knicks on SI / August 5
Examining Why the Knicks Haven't Signed Nick Richards Despite Center Need
The speculation and theories around the Knicks' center situation only continue to grow the longer the third-string job remains empty. If New York were in a hurry to patch up this hole, it could turn to Nick Richards, who's the best affordable big man left in free agency and whom the team's had interest in before.
Jalen Brunson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 5
Knicks star Jalen Brunson’s debut book drastically moves up release date
Just over a month after Jalen Brunson announced his debut book following the New York Knicks’ championship win, the release date has been moved up. In the initial announcement, a release date wasn’t shared, but the 2026 NBA Finals MVP said it’d come out “next year” in 2027.
Tyler Nickel News / Fadeaway World / August 5
Knicks Draft Pick Tyler Nickel Could Return To College Due To Massive NIL Opportunity
The New York Knicks could find themselves in a rather troubling situation before training camp even begins, as second-round pick Tyler Nickel is reportedly considering a return to college instead of signing his first NBA contract.
New York Knicks News / EssentiallySports / August 5
'I Was Super Depressed': Knicks Icon Stephon Marbury Reveals Why He Left the NBA for China
The renaissance of the New York Knicks has been bringing one of their icons, Stephon Marbury, around the Empire State much more often. But for a while, NBA fans worried if they had lost one of the most charismatic players to China.
New York Knicks News / EssentiallySports / August 4
'On to the Next Chapter': Knicks’ Top Executive Steps Down After NBA Championship
Fresh off ending a 53-year championship drought, the New York Knicks are already facing a significant change in their front office. Gersson Rosas, the
Gersson Rosas News / Hoops Rumors / August 3
Executive Gersson Rosas Departs Knicks
Knicks senior vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas is no longer with the organization, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), who notes that the veteran NBA executive hinted at his departure in a recent Instagram post.
New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 1
Shaq claims the Knicks got lucky in winning the NBA title
The New York Knicks are the latest ones that Shaquille O’Neal refuses to give credit to. O’Neal, the legendary Basketball Hall of Famer, spoke this week on the latest episode of his “The Big Podcast with Shaq.” During the episode, O’Neal addressed the Knicks’ championship victory and said that he believes they got lucky in winning it all.
New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / July 31
Knicks owner James Dolan has one prediction for the fans
For the first time in more than five decades, the Knicks will enter the NBA season as defending champions.
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