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Knicks Get Jalen Brunson Update Before Suns Game

The New York Knicks received encouraging news on Jalen Brunson's injury status ahead of Saturday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Brunson has been upgraded to questionable after missing most of the last two games with a right ankle sprain.

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Landry Shamet News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

Knicks Get Landry Shamet Back, But He's No Savior

The New York Knicks were without Jalen Brunson (sprained right ankle) and Mitchell Robinson (injury management) for their game last night against Golden State, but they did welcome back Landry Shamet after missing two months with a right shoulder sprain thanks to being bulldozed on a screen set by Wendell Carter Jr of the Magic.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

Knicks Looking to Upgrade Roster With Trade

The New York Knicks have high hopes for this season and any improvements to the roster will help them in that goal. The Knicks currently are 25-16 overall, second in the Atlantic Division behind the Boston Celtics at 25-15 and third in the Eastern Conference behind the first place Detroit Pistons at 29-10.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

NBA Analyst Drops Worrying Truth About Knicks Future

The New York Knicks entered the 2025-26 season with championship aspirations, yet recent performances have raised serious questions about whether this franchise can truly compete for a title.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / January 16

Why can’t the NY Knicks win on the road?

As the New York Knicks circle the drain, winning just two of their last nine games, Knicks fans are pointing fingers in every conceivable direction to pinpoint blame for the team’s underperformance.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

Karl-Anthony Towns Caught in Heated Exchange With Draymond Green

The New York Knicks' West Coast road trip ended with plenty of tension. Leaked audio from their January 15 loss to the Warriors revealed Karl-Anthony Towns firing back at Draymond Green after an ugly fourth-quarter incident.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

Knicks Receive Passing Grade Midway Through Contending Campaign

The New York Knicks are, at a glance, fulfilling the expectations that the public set for them entering the NBA's 2025-26 regular season. They're one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference at 25-16, well on track to entering the playoffs with home court advantage thanks to their bevy of high-level rotation players.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

Knicks Should Target Mavericks Forward in Trade

The New York Knicks are in position to make a big move ahead of the trade deadline. The team is currently in second place in the Eastern Conference, so there is room for growth to try and get over the hump and make it to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

All-Star Big Man Could Elevate Knicks to Title Contention

There's nothing like hearing some good basketball talk amongst NBA players. NBA legend and New York Knicks legend Carmelo Anthony spoke on the "7 PM in Brooklyn" podcast with former NBA player P.J.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / January 16

Knicks Bulletin: ‘I thought we played good in stretches’

Are you done with this team? I’m halfway there. Here’s a bunch of quotes, mostly from before Thursday’s game, because it’s the West Coast, so they still have to flip the calendar page to 2026.

Mike Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Mike Brown is 100% confident Knicks’ slump will be short-lived

The New York Knicks are facing a familiar question, and it comes with history attached. Mike Brown is not running from it. As the Knicks navigate a slump during the heart of the season, the timing has reignited talk around the NBA Cup.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns shuts down Draymond Green antics after Warriors loss

It has been proclaimed ad nauseam, but Karl-Anthony Towns is the key to the New York Knicks reaching the NBA Finals for the first time this century. He is especially important when Jalen Brunson is not on the court.

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NBA News / Posting and Toasting / January 16

Warriors 126, Knicks 113: On E in Cali.

TThe road trip is over, hallelujah, amen. Tonight, the New York Knicks (25*-16) were coming off a dismal loss in Sacramento yesterday. They would be playing without their injured leader, Jalen Brunson, and without Mitchell Robinson, load managing after last night’s game.

NBA News / Knicks X-Factor / January 16

Steph stars for Warriors, Knicks end road trip down by the Bay

A fantastic first turned out to be fool’s gold for the New York Knicks. The Jalen Brunson-less Knicks solved their first period woes in the latter half of a California couple but couldn’t sustain the momentum in what became a 126-113 loss at Chase Center on Thursday night.

Jalen Brunson News / New York Knicks on SI / January 16

Knicks Fall to Warriors Without Jalen Brunson

The New York Knicks battled hard but ultimately fell short against the Golden State Warriors, losing 126-113 at Chase Center. Playing without All-Star guard Jalen Brunson, who was sidelined with a right ankle sprain sustained in Sacramento, the Knicks showed resilience early but couldn't contain a red-hot Warriors offense.

Jalen Brunson News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Knicks Share Jalen Brunson Update After Injury News

Jalen Brunson is sitting out the New York Knicks’ matchup against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. The Knicks battle Steph Curry and Co. on the road following Wednesday’s 112-101 loss to the Sacramento Kings.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / January 15

Knicks Desperately Need Star Player to Break Out of Slump

At times during the 2025-26 NBA regular season, the New York Knicks have looked like legitimate title contenders. When they are healthy, they have proven to be one of the best teams in the league.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 15

Knicks’ Shamet, Trail Blazers’ Grant Available Thursday

A pair of veterans who have missed significant time due to injuries will be active on Thursday. Knicks wing Landry Shamet was upgraded to questionable and then available for Thursday’s game at Golden State, per Stefan Bondy of The New York Post (Twitter links).