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Why the Knicks’ playoff rotation must include Jose Alvarado

Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks play on Thursday night. As for Jose Alvarado, well, when he’ll play has become more of a question mark. The once promising midseason addition for Mike Brown and company has lost his playing time down the stretch.

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The stat that should give Knicks fans some hope of postseason success

The Knicks may have clearer weaknesses than any other team that considers themselves a contender. Their best player is an undersized negative defender, the offense can be stagnant despite posting strong numbers, the outside shooting can abandon them at times, and the starting lineup often digs themselves into deep holes to start out games.

Jaylen Brown News / New York Knicks on SI / April 9

Jaylen Brown Sitting Isn't the Good News Knicks Fans Think It Is

All eyes are on the New York Knicks Thursday night as they take on the Boston Celtics. There are plenty of playoff seeding implications, no matter the result, making this one that the entire Eastern Conference will be monitoring.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / April 9

New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics Preview: Can The Knicks Steal One From The Celtics?

The New York Knicks will return to New York to play their final three games of the regular season at home in Madison Square Garden, beginning tonight, April 9, 2026, against their longtime rivals, the Boston Celtics.

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The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the 30 NBA players to average at least three blocks-per-game for an entire season can you name in five minutes?

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Jordan Clarkson News / Posting and Toasting / April 9

Why Jordan Clarkson might not make the Knicks’ playoff rotation

Jordan Clarkson’s season has been, in an odd way, a microcosm of the New York Knicks’ season that has encapsulated the team and their roller-coaster season.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 9

Why 52 Wins Wouldn't Silence Knicks Fans' Concerns

The New York Knicks have 50 secured wins for the third straight year, marking just the third instance of such a streak in franchise history. One more victory sets a new high of 52 for the Jalen Brunson era.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 9

Knicks' Playoff Seeding Scenarios Taking Shape as Paths Dwindle

The New York Knicks are squarely in the middle of a heated race for playoff seeding over the final three games of the regular season. Where they finish in the standings will determine the difficulty of their postseason path, and that only heightens the meaning for this closing trio of matchups.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / April 8

Stephen A. Smith calls out New York Knicks voice Mike Breen

In a brief two-minute stretch in which the New York Knicks held a commanding 44-point lead over the Chicago Bulls — in the team’s eventual 136-96 shellacking — MSG Networks’ Mike Breen and Walt Frazier took a moment to reflect on just how dramatically the franchise’s perception has shifted.

Jalen Brunson News / Field Level Media / April 8

Jalen Brunson, Knicks stand between Celtics, No. 2 seed

The Boston Celtics can clinch the No. 2 seed for the Eastern Conference playoffs when they visit the New York Knicks on Thursday night. Boston (54-25) will secure the No.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 8

Knicks superfan Ben Stiller seconds Josh Hart’s ‘First Team’ OG Anunoby endorsement

An integral part of the New York Knicks’ success has been OG Anunoby, who is eligible for the NBA All-Defensive Team after playing in his 65th game of the year.

Jalen Brunson News / Athlon Sports / April 7

NBA Announces Mistake in Knicks Game Involving Jalen Brunson

The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks during their showdown at State Farm Arena on Monday, 108-105. Jalen Brunson led the way for the Knicks, recording 30 points, three rebounds, 13 assists and two steals.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Hoops Wire / April 7

Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns: ‘It’s a blessing to have pressure’

Expectations have shifted in a major way for the Knicks heading into the postseason, as Stefan Bondy of the New York Post writes. After entering recent playoff runs as underdogs, New York is now viewed — internally and externally — as a team that needs to deliver a deep postseason push.

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New York Knicks News / Hardwood Heroics / April 7

Knicks Face Injury Scare as $60 Million Player Disappears Midgame, Delivers Strong Comeback

The New York Knicks had an injury scare with center Mitchell Robinson, who had to leave the game for a while. Before they returned to the locker room, a team trainer had to assess him while he was on the bench.

Stephen A Smith News / Hoops Wire / April 7

Stephen A. Smith calls out Mike Breen over Knicks praise: ‘Don’t give free passes’

This one had a little edge to it. Stephen A. Smith took aim at Mike Breen during a recent ESPN segment, pushing back on what he viewed as overly favorable commentary about the Knicks.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 7

Knicks' Jalen Brunson takes over late to down Hawks

With their recent 18-2 surge, the Atlanta Hawks have shown they have what it takes to compete with the Eastern Conference's best teams. What they don't have is a player like Jalen Brunson.

Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker shows why he's Most Improved Player vs. Knicks

CJ McCollum hit one of the wildest shots ever that didn’t count

Magic continue playoff push with win over Pistons

Latest Cade Cunningham update signals good news for Pistons

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Mike Brown News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Knicks Announces Mike Brown Coaching Milestone After Win Over Hawks

The New York Knicks added another win to their record, which puts them at 51 wins in the 2025-26 NBA season. The Knicks had a close battle with the Atlanta Hawks on Monday, and they escaped the tough matchup with a 108-105 win.

Mike Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6

Knicks’ Mike Brown takes firm stance on resting starters to prepare for playoffs

The New York Knicks have already secured a ticket to the NBA Playoffs, but their final seeding in the Eastern Conference has yet to be determined. After Monday night’s date with the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, the Knicks will only have three more games left to play, as they look to at least preserve their current No.

New York Knicks News / Viral Sports News / April 6

Former New York Knicks Forward Dies in Tragic Car Crash

Gerald Paddio, a former standout forward for the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels and a brief NBA journeyman who also played with the New York Knicks, passed away on April 4 at the age of 60.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Knicks Announce Karl-Anthony Towns Injury Update Ahead of Hawks Game

The New York Knicks continue to hold onto the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference as they enter the final stretch of the regular season. They next face the Atlanta Hawks in an intra-conference matchup and have received a significant boost ahead of the game.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / April 4

Knicks inching closer to full strength, evaluating playoff rotation

With the playoffs approaching and the roster nearing full health, the Knicks are beginning to take a closer look at their postseason rotation, according to Ian Begley of SNY.

OG Anunoby News / Fadeaway World / April 3

Knicks Player Ratings: Anunoby Explodes For 31 As Knicks Completely Dominate Bulls

The New York Knicks dominated the Chicago Bulls as they completely took them apart piece by piece. From the opening stretch, the Knicks dictated everything, and Chicago never found a counter.

Amar'e Stoudemire News / Yardbarker / April 3

Is Amar'e Stoudemire the new Hall of Fame standard?

Amar’e Stoudemire’s selection to the 2026 class of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has quickly become the most debated inclusion.

Hawks continue post-All-Star surge with blowout win

Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns takes game to new level in win over Grizzlies

Miles McBride News / Hoops Rumors / March 30

Knicks Guard Miles McBride Injured In Return From Surgery

Miles McBride returned to the Knicks‘ lineup on Sunday after missing 28 games while recovering from sports hernia surgery, but the reserve guard appeared to reinjure his groin area in the third quarter of a loss to Oklahoma City, according to Stefan Bondy of The New York Post.