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Karl-Anthony Towns pulls a curious move during the Knicks’ latest loss

The vibes are not great in New York right now. The New York Knicks lost again on Tuesday night, falling to the Houston Rockets by a final score of 111-94 at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.

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Rockets 111, Knicks 94: Scenes from flat tire in a Texas

Knicks (48*-28) came into this evening having lost two straight on the road. They hold the tiebreaker with Cleveland, but another loss would put the Cavs within a half-game of third place in the East.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Final Injury Report for Knicks-Rockets: Will Miles McBride, Landry Shamet Play?

The New York Knicks are on the road on Tuesday night as they travel to take on the Houston Rockets in an interconference showdown. New York enters Tuesday’s game with a 48-27 record after losing on the road to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 31

New York Knicks vs Houston Rockets Preview: Who Will Win the Battle On the Boards?

The New York Knicks will play their second-to-last game on their four-game road trip tonight against the Houston Rockets, which will be the second and final meeting between these two teams this season.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 31

LeBron James free agency: Knicks idea offers upside, but risk is real

When it comes to LeBron James, the Knicks angle is easy to sell — and harder to justify. According to Tim Bontemps and Dave McMenamin of ESPN, the Knicks are one of the teams league insiders are watching when it comes to James.

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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.

Jeremy Sochan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 31

Knicks’ Jeremy Sochan ditches colored hair for a new look

The New York Knicks have been up and down lately, recently falling back into the loss column with a road defeat at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

New York Knicks News / AirJordanChronicles / March 31

'Didn’t Grow Nobody': Ex-Knicks Star Reveals What Sets Michael Jordan Apart From LeBron

A new voice has weighed in on the Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debate. Former Knicks star John Starks offered a sharp critique of James’ career path, focusing on one key difference that he believes separates the two legends.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / March 31

Did Deuce McBride and the Knicks avoid a disaster?

The few hours surrounding the Knicks’ Sunday night loss to the Thunder couldn’t have been more of a rollercoaster. We all received word leading up to the game that Deuce McBride, a fan favorite and a pivotal piece of the Knicks’ puzzle, would be returning after missing two months with a sports hernia injury.

New York Knicks News / Hardwood Heroics / March 31

New York Knicks Hit With Harsh Take After Mike Brown’s Latest Backhanded Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Compliment

Stephen A. Smith had time to call out his New York Knicks following their 111-100 road loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, as Mike Brown dropped another backhanded compliment toward Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during his postgame presser.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / March 31

Knicks clinch playoff spot, stay in mix for top-three seed

It’s now official — the Knicks are headed back to the playoffs. New York became the third team in the East to officially secure a postseason spot after the 76ers lost to the Heat on Monday, according to the NBA.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / March 30

Knicks Clinch Eastern Conference Playoff Spot

The Knicks became the third Eastern Conference team to secure a playoff spot when Philadelphia lost at Miami on Monday, per the NBA (Twitter link). Detroit, the No.

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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.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / March 30

Thunder 111, Knicks 100: “Not too down on this loss”

I’m not sure what last night’s 111-100 Knicks’ loss in Oklahoma City showed me that I didn’t already know. About either team. We already know the Knicks can compete with the Thunder.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Total Pro Sports / March 30

Karl-Anthony Towns Still Figuring Out His Role With New York Knicks

What’s worse? Ranking third in the NBA’s offense this season, yet still unsure of a championship ring, or remaining clueless about finding a footing on the team after more than a year of the trade?

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 30

Stephen A. Smith hits Knicks with harsh reality check after Thunder complaints

ESPN’s Stephen A Smith is calling out New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown for his backhanded compliment toward the Oklahoma City Thunder. After a 111-100 loss, Brown comended the Thunder’s ability to earn fouls, starting with All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who made 13-of-16 free-throw attempts en route to 30 points.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / March 30

The Knicks are a good clutch team, but can they be great?

It’s hard to be a good team without being a good clutch team. Of the 12 teams currently in a playoff spot (plus Philly, who’s on the cusp of it), 10 of them are in the top 11 in clutch net rating (the other team is Milwaukee, somehow).

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.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 30

Knicks vs. Rockets: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Injury Updates (Mar 31)

The New York Knicks might have been looking like a strong side, but they do have some serious hiccups. Following their slow start, Jalen Brunson recently issued a stern warning.

Mike Brown News / Fadeaway World / March 30

Mike Brown Calls Out Questionable Officiating During Knicks-Thunder Game

After a hard-fought battle, the New York Knicks came away with a heartbreaking 111-100 loss at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. While OKC’s performance was undoubtedly solid, Knicks head coach Mike Brown was certain that the Thunder received some help from the officials.

NBA News / HITC / March 29

Ex-Knicks star John Starks responds to whether Giannis Antetokounmpo will join New York

John Starks has poured cold water on growing speculation linking Giannis Antetokounmpo with a move to the New York Knicks. The former Knicks star does not believe the blockbuster switch will happen, despite increasing noise around Giannis’ future.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 28

Knicks look to limit SGA in rematch vs. Thunder

The last time the New York Knicks and Oklahoma City Thunder squared off, Knicks coach Mike Brown had some things to say about Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after the game.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / March 27

Stephen A. Smith offers a lame response after getting dissed by Josh Hart

Stephen A. Smith is pulling the “Do you know who I am?” card in response to Josh Hart. The ESPN personality Smith was on the receiving end of some brutal shade this week by the New York Knicks swingman Hart.

Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 27

Stephen A Smith responds to Knicks guard Josh Hart’s part-time fan criticism

ESPN’s Stephen A Smith clapped back at New York Knicks guard Josh Hart for his take on the veteran journalist’s connection with the team. Hart labeled Smith a part-time Knicks fan while stating the ESPN analyst has no relationship with any of the team’s players.

Mitchell Robinson News / Knicks X-Factor / March 27

Mitchell Robinson calls out Knicks after streak snaps in Charlotte

New York Knicks fans hope Mitch’s pitch proves to be the turning point of a potentially lucrative playoff run. Knicks center Mitchell Robinson was among the many frustrated by the team’s Thursday showing, a 114-103 defeat to the Charlotte Hornets that ended a seven-game winning streak.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / March 27

Josh Hart tells Stephen A. Smith to 'shut the hell up'

Josh Hart is disavowing Stephen A. Smith’s fandom of his team. The ESPN personality Smith went viral this week over his harsh comments about the New York Knicks.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / March 26

Knicks G Deuce McBride injury update: Drilling corner 3s at MSG

Not only have the New York Knicks won seven straight games — as their tankathon schedule continues — but they also recently received positive news on the injury front.